Eccouncil Exam ECSS Topic 2 Question 76 Discussion

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Question #: 76
Topic #: 2

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Michael is an attacker who aims to hack Bob's system. He started collecting data without any active interaction with Bob's system. Using this technique. Michael can extract sensitive information from unencrypted data.

Identify the class of attack Michael has launched in the above scenario.

AAc live attack

BInsider attack

CClose in attack

DPassive attack

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Suggested Answer: A

by Yolando at Mar 04, 2024, 11:35 AM

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Mike

4 days ago

I'm not sure, but I think it could also be B) Insider attack since Michael is an attacker trying to hack Paola's system from within.

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Paola

10 days ago

I agree with Arlene. Michael is collecting data without actively interacting with the system, so it's definitely a passive attack.

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Arlene

12 days ago

I think the class of attack is D) Passive attack.

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