Nation-State Threat Actors

Cyber adversaries sponsored by governments to conduct espionage or attacks.

Understanding:

Nation-state threat actors are government-sponsored cyber attackers that conduct cyber espionage, sabotage, and influence operations to support national interests. These groups often target critical infrastructure, intellectual property, and political entities.

Common Applications and Use Cases:

Engaged in cyber espionage to steal sensitive government and corporate data.
Used for disrupting critical infrastructure through cyberattacks.
Employed in misinformation and cyber influence campaigns.

Best Practices and Security Considerations:

Implement threat intelligence to detect and attribute nation-state attacks.
Use advanced security monitoring tools such as endpoint detection and response (EDR).
Strengthen supply chain security to prevent indirect compromises.