Acronym for Advanced Persistent Threat—sophisticated, targeted attack campaigns by nation-states or organised groups.
APT stands for Advanced Persistent Threat. See 'Advanced Persistent Threat' for the full definition. Security vendors and researchers track APT groups, assigning names and analysing their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Why It Matters
The DSC Perspective:
APT awareness helps organisations understand whether they face elevated risk. Defence sector, critical national infrastructure, and organisations handling valuable IP should consider APT-level threats in their risk assessments.