Advanced persistent threats: From fear to facts

Advanced persistent threats: From fear to facts
Advanced persistent threats (APT) aren't just for huge companies that are attacked and hacked - they affect all organisations. Too much marketing hype and fear, uncertainty and doubt have clouded the facts about a very real danger to organisations of all sizes.


This overview will:

  • -Explain how APT methods are now being applied by common cybercriminals;

  • - Explore the anatomy of a targeted attack;

  • - Offer solutions for defending yourself.

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