Which attacker profile uses the internet to recruit members to an ideology, to train them, and to spread fear and include panic?

The correct answer is D. cyberterrorists. Cyberterrorists use digital means to promote an ideology, recruit and radicalize members, provide training, and deliberately spread fear, panic, and psychological harm at scale. Cybercriminals are primarily motivated by financial gain. State-affiliated groups conduct espionage…

Submitted by eva_at· Apr 18, 2026Cybersecurity Foundations

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Acybercriminals
Bstate-affiliated groups
Chacktivists
Dcyberterrorists

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A
3% (2)
C
2% (1)
D
95% (55)

Explanation

Cyberterrorists use digital means to promote an ideology, recruit and radicalize members, provide training, and deliberately spread fear, panic, and psychological harm at scale. Cybercriminals are primarily motivated by financial gain. State-affiliated groups conduct espionage or nation-state objectives. Hacktivists use hacking to promote political or social causes without the intent to terrorize. The combination of ideological recruitment, training, and spreading fear specifically characterizes cyberterrorists.

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