CompTIA
SY0-701 · Question #948
Which of the following is the most likely motivation for a hacktivist?
The correct answer is C. Philosophical beliefs. Hacktivists are motivated by philosophical or political beliefs, using hacking to promote their cause or draw attention to specific social or ideological issues.
Submitted by femi9· Mar 6, 2026General security concepts
Question
Which of the following is the most likely motivation for a hacktivist?
Options
- AFinancial gain
- BService disruption
- CPhilosophical beliefs
- DCorporate espionage
How the community answered
(32 responses)- A3% (1)
- B3% (1)
- C94% (30)
Explanation
Hacktivists are motivated by philosophical or political beliefs, using hacking to promote their cause or draw attention to specific social or ideological issues.
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