Cyber attackers hidden in plain sight
Summary
Insider threats are a significant challenge for organizations, as traditional security measures often fail to detect them. These threats, caused by individuals with legitimate access, can lead to data breaches through malicious intent or carelessness. The article will explore what constitutes an insider threat, its various types and examples, and methods for protection.
IFF Assessment
Insider threats pose a significant danger because they exploit trusted access, making them difficult to detect and control.
Defender Context
Defenders must implement robust monitoring and access control strategies beyond perimeter security to identify anomalous behavior from insiders. This includes user behavior analytics (UBA) and strict data loss prevention (DLP) measures to mitigate the risk of both malicious and accidental data exfiltration.