Web Server Attacks: Types and Prevention

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What type of attack involves flooding targets with numerous fake requests so that the target stops functioning?

DoS/DDoS Attacks

Which service is targeted by an attacker using a web server DoS/DDoS attack to halt the webserver running the application?

Application exception handling mechanism

What does DNS Server Hijacking involve?

Resolving a domain name to its corresponding IP address

Which type of attack involves injecting malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users?

<p>XSS Attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary target of DNS Server Amplification attacks?

<p>Network Bandwidth</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of phishing attacks in the context of web server security?

<p>To trick users into providing sensitive information</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack involves redirecting a user's requests to a rogue DNS server?

<p>DNS server hijacking</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of attack transforms small DNS queries into larger payloads to bring down the target's mainframes?

<p>DNS Amplification Attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack allows hackers to access restricted directories and execute commands outside of the web-server’s root directory by manipulating the URL?

<p>Directory Traversal Attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of exploit does an interloper intercept or modify the messages exchanged between the client and web server through snooping or intruding into a connection?

<p>Sniffing Attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack involves sending an email containing a malicious link to deceive recipients?

<p>Phishing Attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of attack involves exploiting weaknesses in the domain name system?

<p>DNS Amplification Attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack allows hackers to redirect user requests to a rogue DNS server?

<p>DNS server hijacking</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of exploit does a hacker gain access to sensitive information by intercepting and modifying communications between an end-user and web servers?

<p>Sniffing Attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack involves an exploitation of HTTP to access restricted directories and execute commands outside of the web-server’s root directory?

<p>Directory Traversal Attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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