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The two types of insider threats are - intentional; and unintentional. Intentional: Intentional insider threats are cyber threats that an insider poses to the organisation knowingly by misusing their access privileges and rights. Internal threats examples are: exposing sensitive data to the public or competitors, manipulating systems and data to cause operational disruptions, paving the way for external attacks knowingly, and performing other mischief to harm the organisation. The reason behind them could be an outraged employee seeking revenge, corporate espionage, etc. Unintentional: Unintentional insider threats are cyber threats that an insider unknowingly poses to an organisation. It arises due to poor security practices, such as weak passwords, connecting through unsecured networks, using outdated systems, etc.
Insider threat management in cybersecurity is a strategy to protect an organisation from insider threats. These threats originate from an organisation internally due to malicious employees, compromised accounts or systems, corporate espionage, and negligence. It aims to expose sensitive data, conduct external attacks, disrupt operations, damage finances and reputation, and raise compliance issues.
Malicious insider - Turncloak: This type of insider intentionally uses their credentials and access to launch a malicious insider attack. These could range from stealing sensitive information or data to extorting the company for financial gain. Also known as a Turncloak, they are especially dangerous as they have prior experience with your organisation’s security infrastructure and can target specific loopholes and vulnerabilities.
Negligent insider - Pawn: Careless insiders are the most common type of insider threat. This individual unwittingly exposes your organisation's systems and networks to malicious actors. Most careless insiders mean no harm and often fall victim to scams or negligently allow hackers to access your network through an open device.
Mole: A mole is an outsider who gains undue access to your secure network by posing as an employee or trusted stakeholder. They will intentionally join your company to cause harm.