Which of the following is a type of vulnerability that may result from outdated algorithms or keys?

The correct answer is B. Cryptographic. Cryptographic vulnerabilities occur when outdated algorithms or weak encryption keys are used, making systems susceptible to attacks such as brute force or cryptanalysis. These issues undermine the confidentiality and integrity of encrypted data.

Submitted by andreas_gr· Mar 6, 2026Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations

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AHash collision
BCryptographic
CBuffer overflow
DInput validation

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Cryptographic vulnerabilities occur when outdated algorithms or weak encryption keys are used, making systems susceptible to attacks such as brute force or cryptanalysis. These issues undermine the confidentiality and integrity of encrypted data.

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