APTs and Weaponized Malware in Industrial Systems

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Why would more sophisticated cyber-attacks against an industrial system likely take steps to remain hidden?

To make the attack less effective and easier to defend against
To attract more attention and media coverage
To slow down the propagation process and minimize the impact of the attack
To decrease the chances of being detected and increase the probability of reaching the intended target (correct)

What is a key reason why a good degree of propagation may be needed for cyber-attacks against industrial systems?

To raise awareness about cyber threats among the general public
To increase the number of infected systems and networks (correct)
To improve cooperation between different government agencies
To encourage cybersecurity companies to develop stronger defenses

In the context of cyber-attacks, what distinguishes Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) from Weaponized Malware?

APTs rely on simple delivery mechanisms, while Weaponized Malware uses sophisticated propagation techniques
APTs are easier to detect due to clear signatures, while Weaponized Malware operates secretly
APTs are always financially motivated, while Weaponized Malware is driven by political agendas
APTs are more focused on stealthy, continuous access and exfiltration of data, while Weaponized Malware is designed for immediate damage (correct)

Which of the following would be a likely target for an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) in an industrial system?

Critical infrastructure components like power plants or water treatment facilities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of targets are more likely to be affected by Weaponized Industrial Malware?

Manufacturing plants producing essential goods (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a distinguishing quality of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) compared to weaponized malware?

APTs often use simple exploits for initial infection (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary target of APTs, according to the information provided?

Intellectual property, such as application code and patents (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a distinguishing quality of weaponized malware compared to APTs?

Weaponized malware uses more sophisticated vectors for initial infection than APTs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common target of weaponized industrial malware, according to the information provided?

Control system designs and schematics (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about both Night Dragon and Stuxnet, according to the information provided?

They are examples of weaponized malware targeting industrial systems (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, what is a common target for both APTs and weaponized industrial malware?

Pharmaceutical formulas (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key distinction between APTs and weaponized malware?

APTs typically target specific organizations or individuals, while weaponized malware has broader, indiscriminate targets (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of target is most likely to be the focus of weaponized malware, such as Stuxnet?

Critical infrastructure (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the evolution of cyber threats, as discussed in the text?

Both APTs and weaponized malware have become more sophisticated in their delivery mechanisms and payloads (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key similarity between APTs and weaponized malware, as discussed in the text?

They are both typically created by state-sponsored actors (D) Signup and view all the answers