Risks of advanced persistent threats and defense against them

Abstract

The paper focuses on methods of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) in connection with current cyber network attacks. It contains examples of major cyber- Attacks which were associated with APTs over the past years. Methodology of an ATP attack is discussed and current trends are used to predict future APT targeting. In conclusion the options of base security policies are provided that could help to protect or enhance the defense against these modern worldwide cyber threats.