Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) is defined as those attacks that are well-researched, well-funded and having very specific objectives. The most well-planned attacks are often lengthy, stealthy and highly sophisticated. By developing an understanding of the end-to-end attack process “kill chain,” the opportunities for detecting, deterring and denying their success become clear. The program is supported by world renowned experts on cyber threat prevention, including: Garet J. Moravec, Former Head of Airborne Platform Systems Cyber Security, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.”]
Source: https://www.bankinfosecurity.com/events/global-apt-defense-summit-chicago-2015-e-208