An insider threat refers to a security risk originating from individuals within an organization who have access to the organization's , , and networks. These individuals can be employees, contractors, or other trusted personnel with legitimate access privileges. Insider threats can be classified into two main categories: and .
Malicious insiders are individuals who intentionally misuse their authorized access to the organization's resources for malicious purposes. Motivations may include financial , revenge, ideology, or a desire to harm the organization. On the other hand, negligent insiders do not have malicious intent but may unintentionally compromise security through careless actions or .
To mitigate insider threats, organizations can implement strict access controls and the principle of to ensure that employees only have access to the resources they need to perform their job roles. Additionally, conducting security awareness training programs can educate employees about the risks of insider threats and how to and report suspicious activities. Organizations can also employ monitoring systems and regular audits to detect and investigate unusual or unauthorized activities on the network and within .
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