IGNOU MCS 215 2026 - Explain the following security threats or attacks:(i) State-

Question

Explain the following security threats or attacks:

(i) State-sponsored attacks

(ii) Cyber-physical attacks

17 Feb 2026

Answer :

Word Count : 282

State-sponsored attacks are cyber operations conducted or supported by a nation-state to achieve political, military, economic, or strategic objectives. These attacks are usually highly sophisticated and well-funded, often carried out by advanced persistent threat (APT) groups. The targets commonly include government networks, defense systems, financial institutions, critical infrastructure, and private corporations holding sensitive data. The primary goals may include espionage, data theft, disruption of services, or weakening national

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