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Melissa, an ex-employee of an organization, was fired because of misuse of resources and security violations. She sought revenge against the company and targeted its network, as she is already aware of its network topology.
Which of the following categories of insiders does Melissa belong to?
Suggested Answer: A
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Melissa's actions classify her as a malicious insider. This category includes individuals who intentionally misuse access to harm the organization. Her intent to seek revenge and her deliberate targeting of the company's network due to a grudge from being fired are indicative of a malicious insider threat.Reference: This explanation is based on general cybersecurity knowledge and definitions of insider threats. For specific references, please consult the EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) documents and study materials.
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Merri
10 months ago
Are we sure she’s not just negligent?
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Stephane
10 months ago
Sounds more like a compromised insider to me.
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Margurite
11 months ago
I agree, she’s clearly out for revenge.
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Sherita
11 months ago
Wow, I didn’t expect that from an ex-employee!
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Annice
11 months ago
Definitely a malicious insider.
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Jannette
11 months ago
I was confused between malicious and negligent insider, but since she intentionally targeted the network, I guess it has to be malicious.
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Dannie
12 months ago
This reminds me of a practice question where we discussed different types of insiders. I feel like malicious insider is the most fitting option for Melissa.
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Princess
12 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about compromised insiders being those who are manipulated. That doesn’t seem to apply here, right?
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Mirta
1 year ago
I think Melissa definitely fits the category of a malicious insider since she’s seeking revenge and has prior knowledge of the network.
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Charolette
1 year ago
I'm a little confused on the difference between a malicious insider and a compromised insider. Does the fact that Melissa was fired mean she's automatically a malicious insider, or could she still be considered a compromised insider since she has inside knowledge of the network? I'll have to review those definitions again.
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Jenise
1 year ago
Okay, I think I've got it. Melissa was fired for misusing resources and security violations, and she's using her knowledge of the network to target the company, so she's definitely a malicious insider. Option A is the clear choice here.
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Lindsey
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure on this one. Melissa was an ex-employee, so she could be a compromised insider, but the question says she's seeking revenge, which makes me think she's a malicious insider. I'll have to think this through a bit more.
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Jillian
1 year ago
This one seems pretty straightforward. Melissa was fired for misusing resources and security violations, and she's targeting the company's network, so I'm going with A - Malicious insider.
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Rebbeca
1 year ago
Negligent insider? Come on, this is clearly a case of a malicious insider. Melissa knew exactly what she was doing. Option A is the way to go.
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Billi
1 year ago
Ha! Melissa's like the ultimate 'revenge of the fired employee' scenario. Option A all the way, no doubt about it.
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Silvana
1 year ago
A) Malicious insider
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Ciara
1 year ago
I agree with Alverta. Melissa's actions clearly show malicious intent towards the organization.
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Alverta
1 year ago
I think Melissa belongs to the category of malicious insider because she is seeking revenge against the company.
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Margurite
1 year ago
I think she's a compromised insider. She's aware of the network topology, which suggests she had legitimate access before, and now she's using that knowledge for malicious purposes. Option C seems like the best fit.
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Geoffrey
1 year ago
B) Professional insider
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Melinda
1 year ago
A) Malicious insider
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In
1 year ago
A) Malicious insider
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Sylvie
1 year ago
Melissa is definitely a malicious insider. She intentionally targeted the company's network to seek revenge after being fired. Option A is the correct answer here.
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Gearldine
1 year ago
Option A is the correct answer here.
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Temeka
1 year ago
She intentionally targeted the company's network to seek revenge after being fired.
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Loreta
1 year ago
Melissa is definitely a malicious insider.