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CompTIA DS0-001 Exam - Topic 5 Question 21 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's DS0-001 exam
Question #: 21
Topic #: 5
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An automated script is using common passwords to gain access to a remote system. Which of the following attacks is being performed?

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Suggested Answer: B

The attack that is being performed is brute-force. A brute-force attack is a type of attack that tries to guess a password or a key by systematically trying all possible combinations of characters or values until the correct one is found. A brute-force attack can use common passwords, such as ''123456'', ''password'', or ''qwerty'', as well as dictionaries, word lists, or patterns to speed up the process. A brute-force attack can target a remote system, such as a web server, an email account, or a network device, and gain unauthorized access to its data or resources. The other options are either different types of attacks or not related to password guessing. For example, a DoS, or Denial-of-Service, attack is a type of attack that floods a system with requests or traffic to overwhelm its capacity and prevent legitimate users from accessing it; an SQL injection attack is a type of attack that inserts malicious SQL statements into an input field or parameter of a web application to manipulate or compromise the underlying database; a phishing attack is a type of attack that sends fraudulent emails or messages that appear to come from a trusted source to trick users into revealing their personal or financial information.Reference:CompTIA DataSys+ Course Outline, Domain 4.0 Data and Database Security, Objective 4.4 Given a scenario, identify common types of attacks against databases.


by Xochitl at Jul 10, 2024, 12:14 PM

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Caprice
3 months ago
I thought SQL injection was more common for this kind of thing?
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Kiley
3 months ago
No way, it's clearly brute-force.
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Dorinda
3 months ago
Wait, could it be phishing? Seems a bit off.
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Luz
4 months ago
Agreed, using common passwords fits the description.
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Kristeen
4 months ago
Definitely a brute-force attack.
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Albert
4 months ago
I keep mixing up SQL injection and phishing, but I don't think either applies here. It's definitely about password guessing, so brute-force seems right.
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Mammie
4 months ago
This question feels familiar; I practiced one like it where we had to identify different types of attacks. I think brute-force fits best here.
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Wilburn
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about DoS attacks being more about overwhelming a system, not just guessing passwords.
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Fernanda
5 months ago
I think this is a brute-force attack since it's trying common passwords to get in.
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Gracia
5 months ago
Easy peasy, this is definitely a brute-force attack. The script is just trying random passwords to gain access, so B is the right answer here.
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Felix
5 months ago
I'm a little confused on this one. Is it possible that it could be a SQL injection attack if the script is trying to exploit vulnerabilities in the login system? I'll have to review my notes on different types of attacks.
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Louvenia
5 months ago
Okay, I've got this. The script is using common passwords to try and break into the system, so the correct answer has to be B. Brute-force attack.
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Jacqueline
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. Could it also be a DoS attack if the script is trying to overwhelm the system with login attempts? I'll have to think this through a bit more.
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Florencia
5 months ago
This one seems pretty straightforward. The script is using common passwords to gain access, so it's got to be a brute-force attack.
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Anna
5 months ago
I'm a bit unsure about this one. The options seem to cover different network-related commands, but I'm not sure which one is the best fit for measuring throughput and latency.
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Donte
5 months ago
The key here is understanding how the swap1 and swap2 functions work. Once I've got that, I think I can logically work out the right answer.
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Felton
5 months ago
The key here is that the question says "maximum amount of time." That implies there's a limit, so I'm thinking option D or E are the best choices.
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Renea
5 months ago
For option C, I remember inelastic demand means that price changes don't really affect quantity demanded that much. So it seems off.
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Madonna
2 years ago
Brute-force, all the way. Though I do wonder if the hacker is using a really, really long password list. Like, did they just dump the entire 'Rockyou' database into their script? The suspense is killing me!
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Katina
2 years ago
I believe it's brute-force because it's trying multiple passwords to gain access.
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Dusti
2 years ago
Brute-force, hands down. I can already hear the script running in the background, trying 'password123' for the 100th time. Hackers these days have no creativity.
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Katina
2 years ago
It's important to stay vigilant and keep up with the latest security measures.
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Phyliss
2 years ago
I always make sure to use strong, unique passwords to protect my accounts.
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Ciara
2 years ago
It's scary how easily some systems can be breached with weak passwords.
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Susy
2 years ago
I agree, brute-force attacks are so common because they are effective.
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Rolande
2 years ago
I'm not sure, could it be phishing instead?
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Louis
2 years ago
Ooh, I know this one! It's a brute-force attack, no doubt. Gotta love how the options include 'DoS' and 'SQL injection' just to throw us off. Nice try, exam writers!
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Elza
2 years ago
I agree with Lilli, using common passwords sounds like brute-force.
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Rosalind
2 years ago
Bro, it's gotta be the brute-force attack. Trying all the common passwords? Classic move. I bet they're using a dictionary attack too, just for extra annoyance.
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Yesenia
1 year ago
They're probably just hoping someone hasn't changed their password from the default.
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Art
1 year ago
I agree, using common passwords and a dictionary attack is a classic method for gaining access.
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Rusty
2 years ago
Yeah, brute-force is definitely the way to go for this kind of attack.
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Luz
2 years ago
Brute-force all the way. They're not even trying to be subtle about it, just bombarding the system with password guesses.
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Pamella
2 years ago
I agree, using common passwords and a dictionary attack is a classic brute-force move. They're persistent for sure.
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Gracia
2 years ago
Yeah, definitely sounds like a brute-force attack. They're just throwing everything at the system until something sticks.
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Tasia
2 years ago
Hmm, this one's tricky. I'm torn between brute-force and phishing. Gotta be careful with those crafty hackers these days.
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Phung
2 years ago
Definitely a brute-force attack. I learned that in my cybersecurity class. Those script kiddies better watch out!
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Kerrie
2 years ago
That's why it's crucial to use unique and complex passwords to prevent unauthorized access.
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Frederica
2 years ago
I heard that some attackers use automated tools to try thousands of passwords until they find the right one.
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Solange
2 years ago
It's important to have strong passwords to protect against these types of attacks.
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Odelia
2 years ago
Yes, you're right. Brute-force attacks are common and can be very effective.
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Lilli
2 years ago
I think the attack being performed is brute-force.
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