Question
Which of the following threat actors is the most likely to be hired by a foreign government to attack critical systems located in other countries?
- A. Hacktivist
- B. Whistleblower
- C. Organized crime Correct
- D. Unskilled attacker
Explanation
Of the actors listed, organized crime groups are the ones that work for money and have the resources and skills to carry out sophisticated attacks, so a foreign government can hire them as proxies to attack critical systems in other countries. Hacktivists are motivated by ideology and choose their own targets rather than working for hire. Whistleblowers are insiders exposing wrongdoing, and unskilled attackers lack the capability needed against critical infrastructure.
