PT0-002 Question #118: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B: APT actors. Remote attackers targeting companies for trade secrets are best described as Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors, due to their sophistication, resources, and specific objectives.

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Question

A client has voiced concern about the number of companies being branched by remote attackers, who are looking for trade secrets. Which of following BEST describes the types of adversaries this would identify?

Options

AScript kiddies
BAPT actors
CInsider threats
DHacktrvist groups

Explanation

Remote attackers targeting companies for trade secrets are best described as Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors, due to their sophistication, resources, and specific objectives.

Common mistakes.

A. Script kiddies are generally less skilled attackers who rely on pre-made tools and lack the specific objectives and persistent nature of adversaries targeting trade secrets.
C. Insider threats originate from within an organization, whereas the scenario specifically describes 'remote attackers' breaching companies.
D. Hacktivist groups are typically motivated by political or social agendas, aiming for disruption or public exposure rather than the covert exfiltration of trade secrets.

Concept tested. Types of threat actors - APT

Reference. https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/news/what-advanced-persistent-threat-apt

Topics

#Adversary types#APT actors#Threat intelligence#Trade secret theft

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