One of the sales people in your company complains that sometimes he gets a lot of unsolicited messages on his PD A. After asking a few questions, you determine that the issue only occurs in crowded…

The correct answer is D. Blue jacking. Blue jacking is the process of using another bluetooth device that is within range (about 30' or less) and sending unsolicited messages to the target. Answer: B is incorrect. Blue snarfing is a process whereby the attacker actually takes control of the phone. Perhaps copying…

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Question

One of the sales people in your company complains that sometimes he gets a lot of unsolicited messages on his PD A. After asking a few questions, you determine that the issue only occurs in crowded areas like airports. What is the most likely problem?

Options

ASpam
BBlue snarfing
CA virus
DBlue jacking

How the community answered

(19 responses)

B
11% (2)
C
5% (1)
D
84% (16)

Explanation

Blue jacking is the process of using another bluetooth device that is within range (about 30' or less) and sending unsolicited messages to the target. Answer: B is incorrect. Blue snarfing is a process whereby the attacker actually takes control of the phone. Perhaps copying data or even making calls. Answer: C is incorrect. A virus would not cause unsolicited messages. Adware might, but not a Answer: A is incorrect. Spam would not be limited to when the person was in a crowded area.

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#bluejacking#Bluetooth security#wireless attacks#unsolicited messaging

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