Threat actors · Question 10 of 12

Which actors typically act as insiders?

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Answer

  • A An administrator with legitimate access
  • C An external contractor with a company account

Explanation

Insiders have legitimate access to systems or premises, whether as employees, service providers or contractors. Their rights make them dangerous because they do not need to overcome perimeter controls at all.

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