Revenge, Fame, and Fun: The Motives Behind Modern Cyberattacks
Ever wondered what really drives today's cyberattacks? It's not always just about stealing data or demanding a ransom. Motives can vary widely depending on the attacker, their intent, and their capabilities. In the most simple terms, a cyberattack is a malicious intent to access, steal, expose, or destroy data and systems without authorized access. Every attack typically involves a motive or goal, a method of execution, and a vulnerability that's exploited to achieve the intended outcome.