312-50V11 · Question #139
........is an attack type for a rogue Wi-Fi access point that appears to be a legitimate one offered on the premises, but actually has been set up to eavesdrop on wireless communications. It is the…
The correct answer is A. Evil Twin Attack. This question tests knowledge of wireless network attack types, specifically the Evil Twin Attack, where a rogue access point mimics a legitimate one to intercept communications. It is analogous to phishing but operates at the wireless network layer.
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........is an attack type for a rogue Wi-Fi access point that appears to be a legitimate one offered on the premises, but actually has been set up to eavesdrop on wireless communications. It is the wireless version of the phishing scam. An attacker fools wireless users into connecting a laptop or mobile phone to a tainted hotspot by posing as a legitimate provider. This type of attack may be used to steal the passwords of unsuspecting users by either snooping the communication link or by phishing, which involves setting up a fraudulent web site and luring people there. Fill in the blank with appropriate choice.
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- AEvil Twin Attack
- BSinkhole Attack
- CCollision Attack
- DSignal Jamming Attack
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This question tests knowledge of wireless network attack types, specifically the Evil Twin Attack, where a rogue access point mimics a legitimate one to intercept communications. It is analogous to phishing but operates at the wireless network layer.
A Sinkhole Attack reroutes network traffic to a malicious node, typically targeting routing protocols in wired or sensor networks - not a rogue Wi-Fi impersonation.
A Collision Attack is a cryptographic attack targeting hash functions (e.g., MD5, SHA-1) to find two inputs with the same hash output - unrelated to wireless access points.
Signal Jamming Attack involves flooding a wireless frequency with interference to deny service (a DoS attack) - it disrupts connectivity rather than impersonating a legitimate AP to steal data.
Concept tested: Wireless network attack types - specifically Evil Twin / Rogue Access Point attacks and their role in credential theft via MitM or phishing
Source: CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Domain 2.0 (Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations) - Wireless Attack Vectors; also covered in CEH and CWSP certification materials
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