During a SQL update of a database, a temporary field used as part of the update sequence was modified by an attacker before the update completed in order to allow access to the system. Which of the…

The correct answer is A. Race condition. A race condition occurs when an attacker exploits the timing window between operations, modifying the temporary field before the update completes, to alter the intended logic and gain unauthorized access.

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Question

During a SQL update of a database, a temporary field used as part of the update sequence was modified by an attacker before the update completed in order to allow access to the system. Which of the following best describes this type of vulnerability?

Options

ARace condition
BMemory injection
CMalicious update
DSide loading

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A
67% (33)
B
10% (5)
C
4% (2)
D
18% (9)

Explanation

A race condition occurs when an attacker exploits the timing window between operations, modifying the temporary field before the update completes, to alter the intended logic and gain unauthorized access.

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