How is Threat Actor defined by The Cyber Glossary?

Synonym(s): threat agent (Source: The Cyber Glossary)

Defined term

Threat Actor

Threat Actor: An individual, group, organization, or government that conducts or has the intent to conduct detrimental activities.

Also known as: Threat Agent

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Threat Agent

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An individual, group, organization, or government that conducts or has the intent to conduct detrimental activities.

Definition 2: Synonym(s): threat agent
Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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