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attack vectors

Paths or methods that threat actors use to exploit vulnerabilities in information networks or systems from a concrete organisation and impact its availability, integrity and confidentiality. Attack vectors may include social engineering tactics such as phishing mails or pretexting, technical exploits as SQL injection as well as buffer overflow attacks.

Alternative Names

information security threatscybersecurity threatsICT security threats

Essential for these occupations

attack vectors is listed as an essential skill for 12 occupation(s).

Optional for these occupations

attack vectors is a useful but optional skill for 3 occupation(s).

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Quick Facts

TypeKnowledge
ClassificationESCO
DigitalYes
GreenNo
Essential for12 occupations
Optional for3 occupations
Total occupations15
Alt names3

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