What type of security threat occurs when an attacker masquerades as another…
2023
What type of security threat occurs when an attacker masquerades as another entity?
- A.
Packet sniffing
- B.
Ransomware
- C.
Spoofing
- D.
Virus attack
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Correct answer: C
The correct answer is C (Spoofing). Spoofing occurs when an attacker falsifies data (such as an IP address, MAC address, or email header) to masquerade as a trusted entity. This tricks the target system or user into believing the communication is from a legitimate source, gaining unauthorized access.