Computer Network Exploitation

Definitions

1. A government and intelligence term for gaining access to and deriving value from targeted networks or systems, often for surveillance, collection, or operational advantage. It is more specific than general 'hacking' and tied to mission-oriented access activities.

   In plain English: Intruding into computer networks to gather information or gain operational advantage.

   Example: "The briefing distinguished computer network exploitation from destructive attack operations."

Related Terms

• Credential Theft
• Custom Exploit
• Custom Payload
• Cyber Espionage
• Cyber Operations
• Implant
• Intrusion Analysis
• Persistent Backdoor