CS0-003 · Question #179
An analyst receives threat intelligence regarding potential attacks from an actor with seemingly unlimited time and resources. Which of the following best describes the threat actor attributed to…
The correct answer is C. Nation-state. Threat actors with seemingly unlimited time and resources are typically characteristic of nation-state actors due to their extensive government backing and strategic objectives.
Question
An analyst receives threat intelligence regarding potential attacks from an actor with seemingly unlimited time and resources. Which of the following best describes the threat actor attributed to the malicious activity?
Options
- AInsider threat
- BRansomware group
- CNation-state
- DOrganized crime
How the community answered
(26 responses)- A4% (1)
- B8% (2)
- C85% (22)
- D4% (1)
Why each option
Threat actors with seemingly unlimited time and resources are typically characteristic of nation-state actors due to their extensive government backing and strategic objectives.
Insider threats originate from within an organization and do not typically possess the 'unlimited' time and resources associated with external state-sponsored groups.
Ransomware groups are primarily financially motivated and, while often well-resourced, their operations typically focus on quick financial gain rather than long-term, 'unlimited' resource-intensive campaigns.
Nation-state threat actors are typically sponsored by governments, providing them with virtually unlimited financial resources, highly skilled personnel, and extensive timeframes to conduct sophisticated, persistent, and stealthy cyber espionage or sabotage campaigns against high-value targets.
Organized crime groups are also primarily financially motivated; while they can be sophisticated, their resources are generally not described as 'unlimited' when compared to nation-state capabilities.
Concept tested: Threat actor types and characteristics
Source: https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/Legacy/SP/nistspecialpublication800-150.pdf
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