Description: A malicious insider threat is a risk posed by employees or contractors who abuse their access to harm the organization. This type of threat is characterized by the deliberate intent to cause harm, whether by stealing confidential information, altering critical data, or sabotaging systems. Unlike external threats, malicious insiders already have access to the organization’s resources and systems, allowing them to operate more easily and often without detection. The relevance of this threat has grown in a world where organizations adopt remote work models and cloud solutions, expanding attack surfaces. In the context of Zero Trust security models, there is an emphasis on the need to continuously verify user identity and access, regardless of their location. Additionally, in the realm of advanced connectivity solutions like 5G, enhanced speed can facilitate unauthorized access to sensitive data, increasing concerns about malicious insiders. Detecting and mitigating these threats requires a proactive approach, including continuous monitoring, behavior analysis, and strict access policies to protect the organization’s integrity.
