In this chapter, we covered the modern threat landscape so that we can better support:

• The development of our information security program
• Support business/mission goals and objectives
• Develop countermeasures that defend against modern threats

We discussed:

• How to determine what is important to your organization
• Potential threats to your organization
• Types of hackers/adversaries
• Methods used by the hacker/adversary
• Methods of conducting training and awareness as it relates to threats

In the next chapter, we will discuss the activities necessary to establish an enterprise-wide information security program focusing on policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.