At a company party a guest asks questions about the company's user account format and password complexity. How is this type of conversation classified?

The correct answer is D. Social Engineering. Social engineering involves manipulating individuals to divulge confidential information or perform actions that compromise security, often by exploiting human psychology rather than technical means. In this case, the individual is attempting to gather sensitive information by en

Submitted by olafpl· Mar 6, 2026Security Concepts

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APhishing attack
BPassword Revelation Strategy
CPiggybacking
DSocial Engineering

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B
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C
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D
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Explanation

Social engineering involves manipulating individuals to divulge confidential information or perform actions that compromise security, often by exploiting human psychology rather than technical means. In this case, the individual is attempting to gather sensitive information by engaging in a conversation during a social setting.

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