Groups driven by social or political causes target organizations to highlight their concerns, often through public campaigns or protest tactics. Criminal networks concentrate on unlawful gains, insiders are typically seeking revenge or personal advantage, and nation-state operatives focus on intelligence gathering or strategic benefits. Recognizing these differences helps security teams anticipate the nature of attacks and better align defenses.
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