Which statement is true for Application Exploits and Kernel Exploits?

The correct answer is C. The ultimate goal of any exploit is to reach the kernel. The ultimate goal of any exploit is to reach the kernel, which is the core component of the operating system that has the highest level of privileges and access to the hardware resources. Application exploits are attacks that target vulnerabilities in specific applications…

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AThe ultimate goal of any exploit is to reach the application.
BKernel exploits are easier to prevent then application exploits.
CThe ultimate goal of any exploit is to reach the kernel.
DApplication exploits leverage kernel vulnerability.

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C
76% (22)
D
14% (4)

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The ultimate goal of any exploit is to reach the kernel, which is the core component of the operating system that has the highest level of privileges and access to the hardware resources. Application exploits are attacks that target vulnerabilities in specific applications, such as web browsers, email clients, or office suites. Kernel exploits are attacks that target vulnerabilities in the kernel itself, such as memory corruption, privilege escalation, or code execution. Kernel exploits are more difficult to prevent and detect than application exploits, because they can bypass security mechanisms and hide their presence from the user and the system.

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