A ________ is a person or an organization that seeks to obtain or alter data or other IS assets illegally, without the owner's permission and often without the owner's knowledge.
A)target
B)vulnerability
C)threat
D)key escrow

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A threat is a potential danger that can exploit a vulnerability and cause harm or damage to an information system assets. In the context of information security, a threat is a person or an organization that intends to obtain unauthorized access to data or other IS assets for illegal purposes. This includes hackers, cybercriminals, insiders, and other malicious actors who seek to exploit vulnerabilities in systems and networks to gain unauthorized access and steal sensitive information.

A ________ Is a Person or an Organization That Seeks