IT-Sec terms explained
threat actor = someone who wants to punch you in the face
- threat = the punch being thrown
- vulnerability = your inability to defend against the punch
- risk = the likelihood of getting punched in the face
- acceptable risk = your willingness to be punched in the face
- attack surface = every part of you that can be hit, plus every place you hang out where someone could take a swing
- attack vector = the route the fist takes to reach you: from the front, from behind, or via your buddy who holds you still