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Exploring Different Threat Actor Types: Who's Behind the Cyber Attacks?

Welcome to Shree Learning Academy! In this video, we explore the different types of threat actors and their significance in cybersecurity. Understanding the various actors responsible for security breaches is crucial for enhancing your organization's preparedness efforts. Timestamps: 00:13 What is a Threat Actor? 00:50 White/Black/Grey Hat Hackers 01:50 Who are Script Kiddies? 02:10 Who are Hacktivists? 02:26 Organised Crime 02:40 Nation State/APT 03:00 Insiders 03:15 Competitors 03:28 Attributes of Actors 03:52 OSINT 04:09 Summary We begin by defining a threat actor as an individual or entity accountable for initiating or overseeing security breaches. Whether successful or not, every attempt should be acknowledged, documented, and assessed. By comprehending the threats your organization faces and having knowledge of the different types of threat actors, you can strengthen your security measures. We cover several types of threat actors, including black hat, white hat, and grey hat individuals. These terms describe hackers, crackers, and phreakers, who engage in various activities ranging from malicious attacks to ethical hacking and penetration testing. Script kiddies, although less skilled than professional attackers, pose a significant threat due to their large numbers and access to attack tools developed by others. Their lack of expertise is compensated by their ability to follow instructions and exploit vulnerabilities within your IT system. Hacktivists are individuals who use their hacking skills to advocate for specific causes, often engaging in criminal activities to advance their agenda. However, it's crucial to remember that committing crimes remains illegal regardless of intentions. Organized crime groups recognize the potential of cybercrime as an avenue for financial gain and power. Their involvement in cyberattacks is substantial, and they actively recruit skilled hackers to participate in illicit operations. Nation states employ cyberattacks as weapons to target internal and external adversaries. Advanced persistent threats (APTs) are sophisticated and systematic attacks that exploit undisclosed vulnerabilities, often associated with nation-state actors. Insiders, including employees and contractors, pose significant risks to organizations as they have privileged access and may engage in malicious activities. Implementing measures like background checks, policies, auditing, and monitoring helps mitigate this threat. Competitors can engage in corporate espionage or sabotage against rivals, which emphasizes the need for vigilance and monitoring in competitive environments. Threat actors possess diverse skills and characteristics. Evaluating threats based on their source, level of sophistication, resources, and motivation is essential. Internal and external threats should be addressed with equal importance. To gather intelligence, open-source intelligence techniques can be employed, leveraging publicly accessible resources to acquire information about targets. Join us in this video to gain insights into threat actors and their impact on cybersecurity. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more informative videos on cybersecurity and threat mitigation. For Private Coaching Contact Us On WhatsApp: +91 9892614730 _______________________________________________________ Written Explanation link: https://shreelearningacademy.com/tuto... Quiz Link: https://shreelearningacademy.com/quiz... _______________________________________________________ Website: https://www.shreelearningacademy.com Mail: [email protected] LinkedIn:   / shree-learning-academy   Instagram :   / shreelearningacademy   Twitter:   / shreelearning   Facebook: https://fb.me/shreelearningacademy #ThreatActors #Cybersecurity #InformationSecurity #Hacking #CyberThreats