CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Certification Guide - Third Edition

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Compare and contrast common threat actors and motivations

Introduction

This chapter covers the first objective in Domain 2.0, Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations, of the CompTIA Security+ exam.

In this chapter, we will identify types of cybercriminals and threat actors, ranging from nation states, advanced persistent threats, organized criminals, hacktivists, and insider threats to the unskilled attacker. We’ll also review common motives of each of these threat actors, including financial gain, political ideology, ethical considerations, and even simple chaos. Through this exploration, you will equip yourself with the knowledge to identify these threats and protect your organization.

This chapter will give you an overview of why companies ...