Insider Threats

Question 1

What are insider threats?

Answer 1

Cybersecurity threats that originate from within the organization

Insider threats can occur from employees, contractors, or business partners.

Question 2

What are the varying levels of capabilities related to insider threats?

Answer 2

Insider threats can have varying levels of capabilities

This means that some insiders may have more technical skills or access than others.

Question 3

List the forms that insider threats can take.

Answer 3

Insider threats can take various forms including:
* Data Theft
* Sabotage
* Misuse of access privileges

Each form represents a different way an insider can exploit their access.

Question 4

What are some motivations behind insider threats?

Answer 4

Insider threats are driven by different motivations such as:
* Financial gain
* Revenge
* Carelessness or lack of awareness

Each motivation leads to different actions and consequences.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: Insider threat refers to the potential risk posed by individuals within an organization who have access to sensitive information and systems, and who may misuse this access for _______.

Answer 5

[malicious or unintended purposes]

Question 6

What strategies can organizations implement to mitigate the risk of insider threats?

Answer 6

Organizations should implement the following strategies:
* Zero-trust architecture
* Employ robust access controls
* Conduct regular audits
* Provide effective employee security awareness programs

These strategies help to minimize the potential for insider threats to succeed.