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Cisco 350-701 Exam - Topic 5 Question 89 Discussion

What is the purpose of a denial-of-service attack?
A) to disrupt the normal operation of a targeted system by overwhelming It
B) to exploit a security vulnerability on a computer system to steal sensitive information
C) to prevent or limit access to data on a computer system by encrypting It
D) to spread throughout a computer system by self-replicating to additional hosts

Cisco 350-701 Exam - Topic 5 Question 89 Discussion

Actual exam question for Cisco's 350-701 exam
Question #: 89
Topic #: 5
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What is the purpose of a denial-of-service attack?

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Suggested Answer: A

The purpose of a Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack is to disrupt the normal operation of a targeted system, server, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. This is achieved by utilizing multiple compromised computer systems as sources of attack traffic. The overwhelming amount of traffic can cause the targeted system to slow down significantly or even crash and become unavailable to legitimate users, thereby denying service to intended users.


by Lili at Jun 01, 2024, 04:29 AM

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Gertude
9 months ago
Wow, I didn't know it was that simple!
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Julianna
9 months ago
I thought it was more about stealing info, not just disrupting.
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Doug
10 months ago
Wait, isn't that just one type of attack?
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Margo
10 months ago
Totally agree, that's the main goal of a DoS attack.
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Shanice
10 months ago
It's all about overwhelming the system!
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Ardella
10 months ago
I remember something about encryption and access limitations, but that sounds more like ransomware. I think I need to stick with option A for this one.
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Alyce
11 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I believe the main goal is to disrupt normal operations. So, I think option A is the right choice.
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Chu
11 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like it might also involve exploiting vulnerabilities. I think I mixed it up with other types of attacks.
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Elvis
11 months ago
I think a denial-of-service attack is mainly about overwhelming a system, right? I remember studying that in relation to network security.
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Dexter
11 months ago
Wait, I'm a little confused. Isn't the purpose of a denial-of-service attack to exploit a security vulnerability and steal sensitive information? Or is that a different type of attack? I'll have to review my notes before answering this.
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Glendora
11 months ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The purpose of a denial-of-service attack is to overwhelm and disrupt the normal operation of a targeted system, so A is the correct answer. I'm feeling good about this one.
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Buddy
11 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know denial-of-service attacks are meant to disrupt systems, but I'm not totally sure if that's the main purpose. I'll have to think it through carefully before selecting an answer.
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Tu
11 months ago
I'm pretty confident this is a straightforward question. The purpose of a denial-of-service attack is to disrupt the normal operation of a targeted system by overwhelming it, so I'll go with option A.
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An
11 months ago
I studied that builds can't run in parallel on the master, but I don't remember if that's the only reason for using distributed architecture.
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Micaela
11 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I know the RP is involved, but I'm not sure if the (S, G, rpt) Join/Prune message is also sent towards the RP. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Casie
11 months ago
Okay, for Divalproex Sodium, I remember we need to monitor liver function and watch for hyperammonemia. So I think the answer is B. Serum ammonia.
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Kattie
2 years ago
A is the clear winner here. Overwhelming the system is textbook DoS. Though I must say, the idea of spreading through self-replication is kinda tempting. Might make for an interesting weekend project, eh?
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Helaine
2 years ago
Hmm, I'd say A is the way to go. Disrupting normal operations is the name of the game. Though I'm tempted to try that encrypting data option just for fun, you know, spice things up a bit.
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Nadine
2 years ago
A seems like the most effective option. Let's stick to that plan.
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Jeannine
2 years ago
Yeah, disrupting normal operations is the key. But encrypting data does sound intriguing.
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Darrel
2 years ago
I agree, A is the best choice. Overwhelming the system is the goal.
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Augustine
2 years ago
I agree, option A is spot on. Overwhelming the system is the whole point of a DoS attack. Gotta love those hackers and their creative ways to cause mayhem!
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Robt
2 years ago
I think it's A) to disrupt the normal operation of a targeted system by overwhelming it.
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Reta
2 years ago
A denial-of-service attack is all about disrupting the normal operation of a system. Option A is definitely the right answer here.
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Stephen
2 years ago
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Ben
2 years ago
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Gussie
2 years ago
Yes, I agree. Option A is definitely the right answer.
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Carla
2 years ago
Definitely, it's all about disrupting the normal operation.
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Lorrine
2 years ago
I think the purpose of a denial-of-service attack is to disrupt the normal operation of a system.
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Frederic
2 years ago
I agree, the purpose is to overwhelm the system.
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Jarvis
2 years ago
What is the purpose of a denial-of-service attack?
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