Which of the following is not a form of passive attack?

The correct answer is B. Data diddling. Data diddling involves alteration of existing data and is extremely common. It is one of the easiest types of crimes to prevent by using access and accounting controls, supervision, auditing, separation of duties, and authorization limits. It is a form of active attack. All…

Submitted by stefanr· Apr 18, 2026Security Concepts and Practices

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Options

AScavenging
BData diddling
CShoulder surfing
DSniffing

How the community answered

(46 responses)

B
93% (43)
C
4% (2)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

Data diddling involves alteration of existing data and is extremely common. It is one of the easiest types of crimes to prevent by using access and accounting controls, supervision, auditing, separation of duties, and authorization limits. It is a form of active attack. All other choices are examples of passive attacks, only affecting confidentiality.

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#Passive attacks#Active attacks#Attack types#Information gathering

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