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SY0-301 · Question #611
SY0-301 Question #611: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is B: Rogue access point. A rogue access point is an unauthorized wireless device connected to a network, allowing attackers or unauthorized users to gain network access. It is a common physical/wireless security threat in enterprise environments.
Question
Which of the following is where an unauthorized device is found allowing access to a network?
Options
- ABluesnarfing
- BRogue access point
- CHoneypot
- DIV attack
Explanation
A rogue access point is an unauthorized wireless device connected to a network, allowing attackers or unauthorized users to gain network access. It is a common physical/wireless security threat in enterprise environments.
Common mistakes.
- A. Bluesnarfing is a Bluetooth-based attack that steals data from a device, not an unauthorized network access device.
- C. A honeypot is a deliberately decoy system set up to attract and study attackers, not an unauthorized device granting illicit access.
- D. An IV (initialization vector) attack targets weaknesses in WEP encryption's reuse of initialization vectors, not a rogue device.
Concept tested. Rogue access point wireless network threat
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