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A security manager is responsible for identifying and mitigating insider threats within the organization. The manager has concerns about the potential for intentional insider threats. Which scenario best describes this type of threat?A.An employee accidentally causes damage through neglect, or an outside attacker exploits them.B.A contractor knowingly uses unauthorized software or cloud services.C.A script kiddie uses hacker tools without understanding how they work.D.An employee deliberately causes damage to the organization.

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A security manager is responsible for identifying and mitigating insider threats within the organization. The manager has concerns about the potential for intentional insider threats. Which scenario best describes this type of threat?A.An employee accidentally causes damage through neglect, or an outside attacker exploits them.B.A contractor knowingly uses unauthorized software or cloud services.C.A script kiddie uses hacker tools without understanding how they work.D.An employee deliberately causes damage to the organization.

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The scenario that best describes an intentional insider threat within an organization is D. An employee deliberately causes damage to the organization. This scenario involves an individual within the organization who intentionally uses their access to harm the organization, which aligns with the definition of an intentional insider threat.

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