TechCrunch has created a developing glossary to clarify common and uncommon cybersecurity terms, helping readers understand the jargon used in the industry. Among the entries is 'Advanced Persistent Threat (APT),' which refers to skilled hackers or groups who maintain unauthorized access to targeted systems for long periods to conduct espionage, data theft, or sabotage. APTs are often funded by nation-states, utilizing sophisticated tools. The glossary also covers 'arbitrary code execution,' a method enabling hackers to run malicious code on vulnerable systems, crucial for maintaining persistent access.
The glossary addresses common and uncommon cybersecurity terms, aiming to demystify the jargon that often obscures understanding in the rapidly changing field of cybersecurity.
An advanced persistent threat (APT) is categorized as skilled hackers who maintain unauthorized access to systems for espionage and surveillance.
APTs are typically backed by nation-states, possessing extensive resources, and employing sophisticated hacking tools to conduct long-term cyber intrusions.
Arbitrary code execution is a critical attack vector allowing hackers to execute malicious code on vulnerable systems, facilitating unauthorized access and control.
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