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Which of the following is the best way an attacker can passively learn about technologies used in an organization?
Suggested Answer: B
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Stephaine
11 months ago
I thought port scanning was passive too, but I guess not!
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Ngoc
11 months ago
Definitely not A or D, those are active for sure!
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Fletcher
12 months ago
Wait, are we sure webcrawling isn't passive? Seems kinda gray.
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Nenita
12 months ago
Totally agree, C makes the most sense here.
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Sharee
12 months ago
I think option C is the best choice. Job postings reveal a lot!
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Blythe
1 year ago
I practiced a similar question, and I think option C makes the most sense for passive learning about technologies.
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Vallie
1 year ago
I’m not entirely sure, but I think sending web bugs is definitely an active method, so that can’t be right.
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Marta
1 year ago
I feel like searching job databases could be a solid way to gather info without directly interacting with the organization.
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Natalie
1 year ago
I remember discussing passive reconnaissance techniques, and I think webcrawling might be considered more active than passive.
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Monroe
1 year ago
This seems like a straightforward question about contract management. I'm pretty confident I know the answer, but I'll double-check my notes just to be sure.
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Emerson
1 year ago
I remember practicing with clustering algorithms, and K-means was the one that stood out the most for similar problems. Hope I'm right!
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Clay
1 year ago
Aren't virtual environments also useful when developing the same app on different systems? I think option C could be one.
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Cristen
1 year ago
I'm gonna have to go with C on this one. Searching job ads is like playing 'Guess the Tech Stack' - a fun, low-risk way to get the intel you need.
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Doug
1 year ago
Definitely a clever tactic to gather intel without alerting anyone. Good thinking!
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Laine
1 year ago
I agree, it's a sneaky way to gather information without raising any red flags.
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Lindsey
1 year ago
That's a smart choice! Job ads can definitely give you a good idea of the technologies an organization uses.
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Ricarda
1 year ago
Haha, A is the winner! Sending web bugs is the ultimate passive attack. It's like having a tiny spy in your enemy's camp, except the spy is a tiny bug. Genius!
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Daron
1 year ago
The answer is clearly D. Port scanning the website is the most efficient way to passively gather intel. Who needs subtlety when you've got a good old-fashioned port scan?
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Chi
1 year ago
Absolutely, it's a direct way to learn about the technologies used in an organization.
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Lavonne
1 year ago
I agree, port scanning is a powerful tool for gathering information passively.
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Marylyn
1 year ago
Port scanning is definitely the way to go. Quick and effective.
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Lottie
1 year ago
D) By performing a port scan on the organization's web site
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Renea
1 year ago
C) By searching regional newspapers and job databases for skill sets technology hires need to possess in the organization
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Matthew
1 year ago
I agree with the original comment, D seems like the most direct way to gather information passively.
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Toi
1 year ago
B) By webcrawling the organization web site
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Samira
1 year ago
A) By sending web bugs to key personnel
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Carissa
1 year ago
I disagree, I believe the best way is A. Sending web bugs to key personnel can provide valuable insights without alerting anyone.
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Dalene
1 year ago
I think the answer is C. Searching regional newspapers and job databases can give a lot of information about the technologies used.
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Lucy
1 year ago
Nah, I'm going with B. Webcrawling the organization's website is the way to go. It's like digital window-shopping, but for tech secrets!
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Herman
2 years ago
But wouldn't webcrawling the organization's website also be a passive way to gather information?
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Nana
2 years ago
I agree with Marsha, that seems like a passive way to learn about technologies used in an organization.
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Janessa
2 years ago
Hmm, I think the correct answer is C. Searching regional newspapers and job databases seems like a good way to passively learn about the technologies used in an organization. No need to get my hands dirty with active attacks.
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Susy
1 year ago
Passive attacks can be just as effective as active ones, if done right.
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Nickolas
1 year ago
Definitely a smart move to stay under the radar while still gaining insights.
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Quiana
1 year ago
It's a sneaky way to gather intel without raising any red flags.
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Kip
1 year ago
I agree, searching job databases can provide valuable information without alerting the organization.
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Marsha
2 years ago
I think the best way is by searching regional newspapers and job databases.