2. Utilizing Threat Data Intelligence Flashcards

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Known threat

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Threats that can be identified using basic signature or pattern matching
* Viruses
* Rootkits
* Trojans
* Botnets

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Unknown threat

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A threat that cannot be identified using basic signature or pattern matching. These types of threats are typically called zero-day threats.

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Recycled threat

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A type of threat in which code has been combined or modified to create a new threat less identifiable by scanning engines.

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Unknown unknowns

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Completely new attack vectors and exploits.

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Unknown knowns

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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

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Opportunistic attack

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Attacks might be launched without sophistication or funding simply by using tools widely available on the internet

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Targeted attack

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Attacks might use highly sophisticated tools and may be backed by a budget that can allocate resources and skilled professionals to achieve aims

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Threat actor types

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Nation State
Organized Crime
Hacktivist

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