>> the obama administration is ready to point the finger at north korea for the unprecedented sony hack. a move that could come as early as this morning. >> we're considering a range of options about how to respond. >> among the possible options, more sanctions. the administration insisting the response will be strong. >>ky assure you the united states government is not blinking, we're not backing down, we're not in a crouching or fear position here. >> sources tell cnn there's evidence that the hackers stole computer credentials from a sony system administrator to get access to the company's computer system. the white house said it did not pressure sony to pull "the interview," the controversial comedy which depicts the assassination of north korean dictator, kim jong-un. >> take him out. >> for coffee, dinner? >> we believe that kind of artistic expression is worthy of protection. >> u.s. officials are considering exactly how to characterize the hack, which some are calling an act of