Cybersecurity is a field built on metaphor. We wage "cyber wars," build "digital fortresses," and practice "cyber hygiene." These phrases aren't just catchy buzzwords; they are the mental shortcuts we use to understand a complex and abstract world.But what if the shortcuts are leading us down the wrong path? A powerful metaphor can clarify what needs to be done, but a poor one can blind us to the real issues and steer us toward counterproductive solutions. The words we choose build the reality w
