Splunk Observability Cloud Certified Metrics User — Question 33

What goal of an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group aims to disrupt or damage on behalf of a cause?

Answer options

• A. Hacktivism
• B. Cyber espionage
• C. Financial gain
• D. Prestige

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Hacktivism is the correct answer as it specifically involves using hacking techniques to promote political or social causes, aiming to disrupt or damage systems. Cyber espionage focuses on intelligence gathering rather than disruption, financial gain is centered on profit, and prestige relates to reputation rather than the direct impact on causes.