vilTier
vilTier is a conceptual framework used in cybersecurity and information security to understand and categorize the motivations and capabilities of threat actors. The term is a portmanteau of "vulnerability" and "tier," suggesting a classification based on the level of access or privilege an actor possesses, and their likely objectives. While not a universally standardized term, it is often employed to help security professionals prioritize threats and tailor defensive strategies.
The vilTier concept typically involves a spectrum. At lower tiers, actors might be opportunistic, exploiting readily
Understanding an actor's vilTier helps organizations assess the likelihood and potential impact of an attack. For