* **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

source: https://danielmiessler.com/blog/explaining-threats-threat-actors-vulnerabilities-and-risk-using-a-real-world-scenario/