What is an advanced persistent threat?

An APT or an advanced persistent threat is a stealthy threat actor that gains illegal access to a computer network and remains hidden for a prolonged period. An APT is typically a nation-state or state-sponsored group. Their main purpose is mainly political or economic. Every major business sector has recorded instances of cyberattacks by APTs seeking to steal, spy, or disrupt.

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Netenrich Enterprise Security's “Malware and APT" model helps us understand and respond to sophisticated malware infections and APTs in real-time. Our proprietary threat intel to keep pace with evolving threats, including command and control detection and remediation.