Cyber strikes would require Obama's approval under policy being developed -- Defense Systems

U.S. President Barack Obama would have the authority to order a pre-emptive strike if the United States detects credible evidence of a major cyberattack being prepared against the nation from overseas under new policy being developed by the administration, reports the New York Times.

Officials involved in a secret legal review of existing powers of the U.S. president in relation to cyberattacks have confirmed that authority, the story said. The rules are being developed as part of that review will be classified.

via defensesystems.com