SY0-701 · Question #397
A security investigation revealed that malicious software was installed on a server using a server administrator's credentials. During the investigation, the server administrator explained that…
The correct answer is B. A packet capture tool was used to steal the password. Telnet transmits data, including credentials, in plaintext, making it vulnerable to interception. A packet capture tool could easily capture the login credentials being transmitted, allowing an attacker to gain unauthorized access to the server.
Question
A security investigation revealed that malicious software was installed on a server using a server administrator's credentials. During the investigation, the server administrator explained that Telnet was regularly used to log in. Which of the following most likely occurred?
Options
- AA spraying attack was used to determine which credentials to use.
- BA packet capture tool was used to steal the password.
- CA remote-access Trojan was used to install the malware.
- DA dictionary attack was used to log in as the server administrator.
How the community answered
(27 responses)- A26% (7)
- B48% (13)
- C7% (2)
- D19% (5)
Explanation
Telnet transmits data, including credentials, in plaintext, making it vulnerable to interception. A packet capture tool could easily capture the login credentials being transmitted, allowing an attacker to gain unauthorized access to the server.
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