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True or false: An attack refers to an unintentional or accidental act that aims to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information or information systems.
False
True or false: Active attacks involve unauthorized monitoring or capturing of data without altering it, like eavesdropping or sniffing network traffic.
False
True or false: Passive attacks involve direct interference or manipulation of data or systems, such as modifying or deleting data, launching Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, or injecting malware.
False
True or false: Insider attacks involve individuals who have authorized access to systems or information but misuse their privileges for malicious purposes.
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True or false: External attacks are conducted by individuals or groups who have authorized access and typically target systems from outside the organization's network.
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Study Notes
Attack Definitions
- An attack is defined as an intentional act aimed at compromising the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information or information systems.
Types of Attacks
- Active attacks involve unauthorized interference with data or systems, including manipulating or altering data, not just passive observation.
- Passive attacks consist of unauthorized monitoring or capturing of data without modifications, such as eavesdropping or sniffing network traffic.
Insider and External Attacks
- Insider attacks are perpetrated by individuals with authorized access who exploit their privileges for malicious endeavors.
- External attacks are executed by individuals or groups without authorized access, targeting systems from outside an organization's network.
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Description
Test your knowledge on different types of attacks in the field of cyber and information security. Learn about the motives, methods, and vulnerability classifications involved in these intentional acts of compromising information systems.
