Cyber threat actors may target reputation and public opinion as well as devices and information.

### Why this is right The lesson describes influence activity that can use misinformation or disinformation to affect opinions, events, and reputations. Cyber threats therefore include social and informational effects as well as technical compromise. ### The concept A threat actor may seek to steal information, obtain money, compromise devices, or influence how people interpret events. Security analysis should consider the target and intended harm, rather than assuming that every attack is aimed only at a computer system. ### The other options - **False**: this incorrectly excludes the influence and reputation targets described in the lesson. ### Terms - **Threat actor**: A person or group conducting or seeking to conduct malicious activity. - **Influence activity**: Activity intended to shape opinions or public discussion. ### Remember Targets can include what people believe and how they are perceived.