What is a Threat Vector? – Examples and Mitigations

What is a Threat Vector?

A threat vector, also known as attack vector, is a method cyber criminals use to gain unauthorized access to computer systems and networks. Hackers exploit threat vectors to gain access to user accounts or load malicious software (malware) onto systems to launch cyber-attacks, with the aim of stealing sensitive information and causing system failures. The total number of all possible entry points (threat vectors) for unauthorized access into a system is known as its attack surface.

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Tips to Shop Safely During Black Friday and Cyber Monday

For shoppers, the four days between Black Friday and Cyber Monday are like Christmas-come-early. On these days, they can snatch amazing deals from their favorite retailers and get great bargains just before the festive season.

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What is Vulnerability Management?

Modern organizations operate in a world where technology creates both opportunities and risks. The opportunities are created by digitization, automation, and hyper-connectivity, while many of the risks stem from vulnerabilities in software and in hardware devices like endpoints.

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