A security risk that originates from within the organization, including current or former employees, contractors, or business partners who have authorized access. Insider threats can be malicious, negligent, or compromised.
Related Terms
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
data-protectionTechnologies and strategies that detect and prevent unauthorized transmission of sensitive data outside the organization...
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
authenticationA set of strategies and technologies for controlling, monitoring, and securing elevated access rights to critical system...
Security Awareness
generalThe knowledge and attitude employees possess regarding the protection of organizational assets from cyber threats. Secur...