What is Cyber Kill Chain?
A framework developed by Lockheed Martin that describes the stages of a cyberattack, from early reconnaissance to the final goal.
Why it matters
Understanding this concept helps in grasping how modern networks and security systems operate, providing a foundation for more advanced topics.
Real-world Analogy
Like the steps a burglar takes to rob a house: scouting the neighborhood, picking the lock, entering, grabbing valuables, and leaving.
Other Dictionary Terms
Access Control List (ACL)
A list of rules that specifies which users or systems are granted or denied access to a particular object or system resource.
Dictionary TermAdvanced Persistent Threat (APT)
A stealthy threat actor, typically a nation state or state-sponsored group, which gains unauthorized access to a computer network and remains undetected for an extended period.
Dictionary TermARP Spoofing
A type of attack in which a malicious actor sends falsified ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) messages over a local area network.