Automated attacks is a type of cyber threat technique that targets systems, networks or data. It focuses on finding weaknesses that can be exploited to disrupt services, steal information or gain unauthorised access to digital resources.
In practice, automated attacks is often combined with other tactics in the attack chain. Understanding how automated attacks works helps security teams design controls, monitoring and response playbooks that reduce the likelihood and impact of successful attacks.
Automated attacks usually involves an attacker probing for weaknesses and then exploiting them to gain a foothold, move laterally or disrupt services. It may be automated, targeted or part of a broader campaign, and often combines technical exploits with social engineering.
Depending on the environment, automated attacks can lead to data theft, operational outages, financial loss and reputational harm. The impact is influenced by how quickly it is detected, contained and recovered from.
Reducing the risk of automated attacks requires layered controls such as hardening systems, monitoring for unusual activity, applying patches promptly and training people to recognise suspicious behaviour. Regular testing and incident planning also make responses more effective.
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