PT0-002 · Question #118
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…
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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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
How the community answered
(16 responses)- A6% (1)
- B88% (14)
- C6% (1)
Why each option
Remote attackers targeting companies for trade secrets are best described as Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors, due to their sophistication, resources, and specific objectives.
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.
Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors are typically sophisticated, well-resourced, and often state-sponsored groups that engage in targeted, long-term campaigns to exfiltrate valuable information, such as trade secrets, from organizations.
Insider threats originate from within an organization, whereas the scenario specifically describes 'remote attackers' breaching companies.
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
Source: https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/news/what-advanced-persistent-threat-apt
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