2. Utilizing Threat Data Intelligence Flashcards
Known threat
Threats that can be identified using basic signature or pattern matching
* Viruses
* Rootkits
* Trojans
* Botnets
Unknown threat
A threat that cannot be identified using basic signature or pattern matching. These types of threats are typically called zero-day threats.
Recycled threat
A type of threat in which code has been combined or modified to create a new threat less identifiable by scanning engines.
Unknown unknowns
Completely new attack vectors and exploits.
Unknown knowns
Risks that are documented or identified but then are disrefarded or perhaps minimized in importance.
Can also be known threats that have not discovered in our network
Opportunistic attack
Attacks might be launched without sophistication or funding simply by using tools widely available on the internet
Targeted attack
Attacks might use highly sophisticated tools and may be backed by a budget that can allocate resources and skilled professionals to achieve aims
Threat actor types
Nation State
Organized Crime
Hacktivist