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JK0-018 · Question #37

Which of the following is characterized by an attacker attempting to map out an organization's staff hierarchy in order to send targeted emails?

The correct answer is A. Whaling. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Which of the following is characterized by an attacker attempting to map out an organization's staff hierarchy in order to send targeted emails?

Options

  • AWhaling
  • BImpersonation
  • CPrivilege escalation
  • DSpear phishing

How the community answered

(37 responses)
  • A
    73% (27)
  • B
    5% (2)
  • C
    5% (2)
  • D
    16% (6)

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