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412-79V8 · Question #162
This attack uses social engineering techniques to trick users into accessing a fake Web site and divulging personal information. Attackers send a legitimate-looking e-mail asking users to update…
The correct answer is C. Phishing attack. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.
Question
This attack uses social engineering techniques to trick users into accessing a fake Web site and divulging personal information. Attackers send a legitimate-looking e-mail asking users to update their information on the company's Web site, but the URLs in the e-mail actually point to a false Web site.
Options
- AWiresharp attack
- BSwitch and bait attack
- CPhishing attack
- DMan-in-the-Middle attack
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(27 responses)- A4% (1)
- B4% (1)
- C81% (22)
- D11% (3)
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