Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Practice Exam

Almost all attackers primarily target which aspect?

1. Firewall

2. Network

3. Data

4. Compute

The correct answer is: Data

The primary target for most attackers is data. Attackers are often motivated by the value of the data they seek to exploit, whether that data is sensitive personal information, financial records, intellectual property, or other valuable assets. Successfully accessing or exfiltrating data can lead to significant financial gains for attackers through means such as identity theft, ransom demands, or selling the stolen data on the dark web. While other components such as firewalls, networks, and compute resources play a role in overall security, they serve as defensive measures to protect data. An effective security strategy focuses on safeguarding data since losing or compromising it can have the most severe consequences for individuals and organizations alike.