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What are the motivations of threat actors?
What are the motivations of threat actors?
What are the attributes that differentiate internal and external threat actors?
What are the attributes that differentiate internal and external threat actors?
What distinguishes hacktivists from organized crime threat actors?
What distinguishes hacktivists from organized crime threat actors?
What is the 'how' of an attack referred to as?
What is the 'how' of an attack referred to as?
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Which type of threat vector involves embedding malicious code inside of an image file?
Which type of threat vector involves embedding malicious code inside of an image file?
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What is the technique where an attacker leaves a malware-infected USB drive in a location for a target to find called?
What is the technique where an attacker leaves a malware-infected USB drive in a location for a target to find called?
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What is a decoy system or network set up to attract potential hackers called?
What is a decoy system or network set up to attract potential hackers called?
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Which technology is designed to mislead, confuse, and divert attackers from critical assets while simultaneously detecting and neutralizing threats?
Which technology is designed to mislead, confuse, and divert attackers from critical assets while simultaneously detecting and neutralizing threats?
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What is introduced into a system's DNS server to mislead attackers?
What is introduced into a system's DNS server to mislead attackers?
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What is the set of vulnerabilities in Bluetooth technology that can allow an attacker to take over devices or spread malware?
What is the set of vulnerabilities in Bluetooth technology that can allow an attacker to take over devices or spread malware?
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What type of Denial of Service attack targets Bluetooth-enabled devices by sending specially crafted packets?
What type of Denial of Service attack targets Bluetooth-enabled devices by sending specially crafted packets?
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Which security mechanism keeps specific services or ports on a network device closed until a specific outbound traffic pattern is detected?
Which security mechanism keeps specific services or ports on a network device closed until a specific outbound traffic pattern is detected?
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What type of fake data is sent out when a system detects a network scan attempted by an attacker?
What type of fake data is sent out when a system detects a network scan attempted by an attacker?
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Which technique involves placing fake folders and files within a system's storage to mislead attackers?
Which technique involves placing fake folders and files within a system's storage to mislead attackers?
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Which term refers to specific methods and patterns of activities associated with a particular threat actor or group of threat actors?
Which term refers to specific methods and patterns of activities associated with a particular threat actor or group of threat actors?
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What type of cyber attackers are sponsored by governments for cyber espionage or warfare?
What type of cyber attackers are sponsored by governments for cyber espionage or warfare?
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Which type of threat refers to IT systems, devices, software, or services managed without explicit organizational approval?
Which type of threat refers to IT systems, devices, software, or services managed without explicit organizational approval?
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What is the distinction between the intent of the attack and the motivation driving it?
What is the distinction between the intent of the attack and the motivation driving it?
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Which term refers to individuals or entities within an organization posing a security risk?
Which term refers to individuals or entities within an organization posing a security risk?
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What do 'script kiddies' rely on to exploit computer systems and networks?
What do 'script kiddies' rely on to exploit computer systems and networks?
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What do hacktivists use their technical skills for?
What do hacktivists use their technical skills for?
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What are some common attack surfaces?
What are some common attack surfaces?
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Which technologies can be used to deceive and detect attackers?
Which technologies can be used to deceive and detect attackers?
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"Hiding their identity, disguising their intentions, and using false information or decoy systems" are examples of which tactics employed by threat actors?
"Hiding their identity, disguising their intentions, and using false information or decoy systems" are examples of which tactics employed by threat actors?
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What can organizations implement to protect against cyber threats?
What can organizations implement to protect against cyber threats?
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What can incident response plans help organizations do in the event of a cyber attack?
What can incident response plans help organizations do in the event of a cyber attack?
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Which type of cyber threat group is motivated by long-term strategic goals and may conduct false flag attacks?
Which type of cyber threat group is motivated by long-term strategic goals and may conduct false flag attacks?
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What type of architecture mitigates the risk of insider threats by employing robust access controls and regular audits?
What type of architecture mitigates the risk of insider threats by employing robust access controls and regular audits?
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Which type of cyber threat group is involved in high-profile attacks and targets organizations perceived as acting unethically or against public interest?
Which type of cyber threat group is involved in high-profile attacks and targets organizations perceived as acting unethically or against public interest?
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What is the use of IT systems, devices, software, applications, and services without organizational approval known as?
What is the use of IT systems, devices, software, applications, and services without organizational approval known as?
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Which type of cyber threat group engages in a variety of illicit activities for financial gain, using custom malware, ransomware, and phishing campaigns?
Which type of cyber threat group engages in a variety of illicit activities for financial gain, using custom malware, ransomware, and phishing campaigns?
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What type of cybersecurity threat originates from within an organization and may take forms such as data theft, sabotage, or misuse of access privileges?
What type of cybersecurity threat originates from within an organization and may take forms such as data theft, sabotage, or misuse of access privileges?
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What encompasses all points where an unauthorized user can attempt to enter or extract data?
What encompasses all points where an unauthorized user can attempt to enter or extract data?
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Which group is sponsored by a government to conduct cyber operations against other entities?
Which group is sponsored by a government to conduct cyber operations against other entities?
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Study Notes
- Anonymous: a loosely affiliated hacktivist group involved in high-profile attacks, targeting organizations perceived as acting unethically or against public interest
- Organized cybercrime groups: well-structured, sophisticated, possess advanced technical capabilities, engage in a variety of illicit activities for financial gain, use custom malware, ransomware, and phishing campaigns
- Nation-state actors: groups or individuals sponsored by a government to conduct cyber operations against other entities, motivated by long-term strategic goals, may conduct false flag attacks, employ advanced technical skills, and extensive resources
- Insider threats: cybersecurity threats originating from within an organization, with varying capabilities, may take forms such as data theft, sabotage, or misuse of access privileges, driven by financial gain, revenge, or carelessness
- Zero-trust architecture: mitigates the risk of insider threats, includes employing robust access controls, conducting regular audits, and providing effective employee security awareness programs
- Shadow IT: use of IT systems, devices, software, applications, and services without organizational approval, exists due to high security posture or complexities affecting business operations, includes Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD)
- Threat vectors and attack surfaces: means by which attackers gain unauthorized access to deliver malicious payloads or carry out unwanted actions, encompasses all points where an unauthorized user can attempt to enter or extract data, can be minimized by restricting access.
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Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam with study notes on hacktivist and organized cybercrime groups. Learn about Anonymous, a well-known hacktivist collective, and organized cybercrime groups involved in digital criminal activities.
