Unit 1 - 2.1.1 - Threat Actors

Which group of threat actors is characterized by novice computer professionals with little expertise or knowledge?

• Hacktivists

• Organized Crime

• Script Kiddies

• Insider Threats

Hacktivists are primarily driven by:

• Financial gain

• Political, commercial, or economic messages

• Challenging the status quo

• State-sponsored activities

Which group of threat actors is fueled by money and the desire to gain power to continue their influence?

• Hacktivists

• Shadow IT

• Nation States and APT

• Competition

What do Insider Threats primarily exploit to cause damage within an organization?

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Which type of hackers intend to cause damage and harm to their targets?

• White hat hackers

• Grey hat hackers

• Black hat hackers

• Authorized hackers

Shadow IT operates:

• As part of larger organizations, following IT department rules strictly

• Within larger organizations but not following IT department rules

• Independently, without any connection to larger organizations

• Solely for financial gain without regard to organizational rules

Which type of threat actor come from inside of an organization and has trusted access to information?

• Hacktivist

• Shadow IT

• External threat actor

• Internal threat actor

Which motivation involves disrupting the normal operation of systems, networks, or services for various reasons?

• Weak points known within the organization

• White hat hackers

• Grey hat hackers

• Black hat hackers

What is the primary motivation for hacktivist groups?

• Philosophical/political beliefs

• Political, commercial, or economic messages

• Financial gain

• Seeking revenge