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Insider Attack

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Those who are within [an] organisation may have authorised access to vast amounts of sensitive company records that are essential for maintaining competitiveness and market position, and knowledge of information services and procedures that are crucial for daily operations. . . .[and] should an individual choose to act against the organisation, then with their privileged access and their extensive knowledge, they are well positioned to cause serious damage.

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Those who are within [an] organisation may have authorised access to vast amounts of sensitive company records that are essential for maintaining competitiveness and market position, and knowledge of information services and procedures that are crucial for daily operations. . . .[and] should an individual choose to act against the organisation, then with their privileged access and their extensive knowledge, they are well positioned to cause serious damage.