Passive Attack

24th December 2019 | Cybrary Passive Attack
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A Passive Attack is an actual assault perpetrated by an intentional threat source that attempts to learn or make use of information from a system, but does not attempt to alter the system, its resources, its data, or its operations.

What Does This Mean For An SMB?

Your business needs to take proactive measures today to first reduce its chances of being hit by ransomware, phishing, or other cybersecurity attacks. Secondly, validate backups and disaster recovery plans are current and functioning in case you end up hit with ransomware. CyberHoot recommends the following best practices to avoid, prepare for, and prevent damage from these attacks:

Start building your robust, defense-in-depth cybersecurity plan at CyberHoot.

Related Term: Active Attack

Source: IETF RFC 4949, NIST SP 800-63 Rev 1

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