Understanding Internet Protocol (IP)
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What is the main role of IP (Internet Protocol)?

  • To validate source addresses in incoming packets
  • To establish connections between sender and receiver
  • To route information across the Internet (correct)
  • To encrypt information for secure transmission
  • What technique can be used to make the receiver think a packet is coming from a different address?

  • Man-in-the-middle attack (correct)
  • Firewall blocking
  • Eavesdropping
  • Packet sniffing
  • How does IP handle the source address validation in incoming packets?

  • It changes the source address to match the node's actual address
  • It assumes that the source address is correct without verification (correct)
  • It completely ignores the source address
  • It verifies the authenticity of the source address before routing
  • What is a characteristic of a Man-in-the-middle attack?

    <p>Inserts a device into the network for interception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does eavesdropping differ from a typical Man-in-the-middle attack?

    <p>Eavesdropping only copies packets without modification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of a Man-in-the-middle (MITM) attack?

    <p>To intercept and alter communication between two parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does IP address spoofing work in an attack?

    <p>By spoofing the source IP address in an IP packet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of a DoS attack?

    <p>To prevent legitimate users from accessing information or services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a DDoS attack differ from a DoS attack?

    <p>A DDoS attack features coordinated attacks from multiple source machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best-known example of a DDoS attack?

    <p>Smurf attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

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