Exam CFR-310 topic 1 question 43 discussion

D. Desire for financial gain Explanation: This scenario describes a hacking group targeting financial executives to steal information and sell it to a competing company (Company B). The primary motive behind this activity is clearly financial gain, as the attackers intend to profit from selling the exfiltrated information. Why the other answers are incorrect: A. Desire for power: While some attackers may be motivated by a desire for power, this scenario is focused on financial transactions rather than power dynamics. B. Association/affiliation: This refers to motivations based on belonging to a specific group or ideology, which is not relevant to the scenario described. C. Reputation/recognition: This would apply to hackers seeking fame or acknowledgment for their skills, but this case involves covert financial motives rather than seeking public recognition.