Threat actors · Question 8 of 12

What is an advanced persistent threat (APT)?

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  • A A persistent, well-resourced attacker

Explanation

APTs are usually state-sponsored or very professional groups. They break in deliberately, move cautiously through the network and often stay for months, for example for espionage, trying to remain undetected. Monitoring, segmentation and threat intelligence help against them.

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