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GIAC Exam GCIA Topic 1 Question 39 Discussion

Actual exam question for GIAC's GCIA exam
Question #: 39
Topic #: 1
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John, a novice web user, makes a new E-mail account and keeps his password as "apple", his favorite fruit. John's password is vulnerable to which of the following password cracking attacks?

Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

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Suggested Answer: B

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Dana
2 months ago
Why do I get the feeling John's email is going to be 'fruitless' in no time?
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Lynelle
13 days ago
B) Hybrid attack
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Lynelle
17 days ago
C) Brute Force attack
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Lynelle
26 days ago
A) Dictionary attack
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Mitzie
2 months ago
Brute force, hybrid, rule-based - this password is like a buffet for password crackers.
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Nichelle
18 days ago
D) Rule based attack
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Rueben
21 days ago
C) Brute Force attack
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Alpha
26 days ago
B) Hybrid attack
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Catherin
2 months ago
A) Dictionary attack
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Natalie
2 months ago
A dictionary attack would have a field day with 'apple'. That's just asking for trouble.
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Sheridan
2 months ago
Wow, 'apple' as a password? That's about as secure as a cardboard box.
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Lashawn
2 months ago
I agree with both of you. John should use a stronger password to protect his account.
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Susy
2 months ago
I think it could also be cracked using a Brute Force attack since it is a simple password.
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Ceola
3 months ago
John's password is vulnerable to a Dictionary attack because it is a common word.
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