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Which type of threat actor has significant expertise accessing an organization's network without authorization?
What is the main motivation for advanced persistent threats (APTs)?
Which type of threat actor abuses their authorized access to obtain data that may harm an organization?
What is the main motivation for insider threats?
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Which type of threat actor tends to research their targets in advance and can remain undetected for an extended period of time?
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Study Notes
Threat Actors
- Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs): have significant expertise in accessing an organization's network without authorization, and their main motivation is to steal sensitive information or disrupt critical operations.
Insider Threats
- Insider Threat Actors: abuse their authorized access to obtain data that may harm an organization, and their main motivation is often personal gain or revenge.
Threat Actor Characteristics
- APTs: tend to research their targets in advance and can remain undetected for an extended period of time, making them highly sophisticated and stealthy.
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Description
Test your knowledge on threat actors, their motivations, intentions, and influence on the security industry. Identify different types of threat actors, including advanced persistent threats, and understand how they pose a security risk.
