Match the following terms to the appropriate definitions.
-A type of action that has the potential to cause harm.
A)asset
B)cyberterrorism
C)hactivist
D)exploit kit
E)computer spy
F)risk
G)threat
H)threat agent
I)vulnerability
J)threat vector

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A threat is a potential danger or harm that can be caused by a threat agent.

Answer: F
 Risk is the possibility of harm or loss arising from a particular action or inaction.

Answer: B
 Cyberterrorism refers to the use of technology to cause harm or create fear in society.

Answer: H
 A threat agent is a person or entity that has the potential to cause harm or damage to a system or network.

Answer: D
 An exploit kit is a tool or software that cybercriminals use to exploit vulnerabilities in a system.

Answer: E
 A computer spy is a type of software that is used to monitor and gather information from a computer system without the user's knowledge or consent.

Answer: I
 Vulnerability refers to a weakness or flaw in a system that can be exploited by a threat actor.

Answer: J
 A threat vector is a path or method used by a threat actor to gain access to a system or network.

Match the Following Terms to the Appropriate Definitions