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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.
Suggested Answer: B
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31 comments · newest first
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Gary
10 months ago
Rule based attack is likely since it's a simple word.
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Roosevelt
11 months ago
Wait, really? I didn't think "apple" was that easy to crack.
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Xochitl
11 months ago
Hybrid attack makes sense too, combining methods.
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Kasandra
11 months ago
I think it could also be a brute force attack, right?
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Lyndia
11 months ago
Definitely a dictionary attack! "apple" is way too common.
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Glenn
11 months ago
I recall rule-based attacks might target simple passwords like this one, but I can't remember the specifics.
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Katina
12 months ago
I feel like brute force attacks could work too, since it's a short password. But isn't that usually less efficient?
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Alease
12 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about hybrid attacks using common words and variations. Could that apply here?
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Lauran
12 months ago
I think "apple" is a common word, so it could definitely be vulnerable to a dictionary attack.
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Shawn
1 year ago
I think the key here is that the password is a common word. A dictionary attack is probably the most efficient way to crack it.
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Ashley
1 year ago
A rule-based attack could also be a good option, since the password is just a single word. Trying common patterns like "apple123" or "apple123!" could work.
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Sharee
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not sure if a hybrid attack would be effective here. The password is so simple, a basic brute force attack might be enough.
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Ronald
1 year ago
This one seems pretty straightforward. John's password is a common word, so a dictionary attack would definitely work.
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Belen
1 year ago
Hmm, a debit balance in a liability account? That's unusual. I'll need to review my notes on the normal balances of different account types to figure this out.
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Stefanie
1 year ago
Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I know the industry life cycle has different stages, but I'm not totally sure which one has the most product variations. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Leslee
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure we've done a similar question in practice where we needed to isolate certain items. I think it's definitely the Filter tool.
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Tammy
1 year ago
This looks like a straightforward Samba configuration question. I think I'll start by reviewing the options and considering which one best matches the requirements.
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Dana
1 year ago
Why do I get the feeling John's email is going to be 'fruitless' in no time?
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Lynelle
1 year ago
B) Hybrid attack
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Lynelle
1 year ago
C) Brute Force attack
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Lynelle
1 year ago
A) Dictionary attack
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Mitzie
1 year ago
Brute force, hybrid, rule-based - this password is like a buffet for password crackers.
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Nichelle
1 year ago
D) Rule based attack
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Rueben
1 year ago
C) Brute Force attack
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Alpha
1 year ago
B) Hybrid attack
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Catherin
1 year ago
A) Dictionary attack
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Natalie
1 year ago
A dictionary attack would have a field day with 'apple'. That's just asking for trouble.
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Sheridan
1 year ago
Wow, 'apple' as a password? That's about as secure as a cardboard box.
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Lashawn
1 year ago
I agree with both of you. John should use a stronger password to protect his account.
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Susy
1 year ago
I think it could also be cracked using a Brute Force attack since it is a simple password.
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Ceola
2 years ago
John's password is vulnerable to a Dictionary attack because it is a common word.