How Do Targeted Attacks Differ From Common Opportunistic Attacks?
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Targeted attacks, also known as advanced persistent threats (APT), differ from common opportunistic attacks in that they are much more strategic and targeted. Unlike opportunistic attacks, which are indiscriminate and opportunistic, targeted attacks are targeted at a specific company or individual and are designed to achieve a specific goal. Targeted attacks often involve multiple stages, such as reconnaissance, data gathering, and exploitation, and are designed to remain undetected for a long period of time. They are often executed by skilled hackers who have a deep understanding of the target’s systems and networks.