A Network Attack in Which an Intruder Gains Access to a Network

question 27

Multiple Choice

A network attack in which an intruder gains access to a network and stays there, undetected, with the intention of stealing data over a long period of time is known as which of the following?

• A)DDoS
• B)APT
• C)rootkit
• D)trojan horse

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Definitions:

General Sherman

refers to William Tecumseh Sherman, a Union general during the American Civil War, known for his "March to the Sea" campaign, which aimed to demoralize the South.

Atlanta

A major city in Georgia, known for its significant role in both the Civil War and the civil rights movement.

Mississippi River

One of the largest rivers in the United States, flowing south from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, and playing a significant role in the country’s commerce and ecology.

Vicksburg

A significant civil war battle that took place in 1863 in Vicksburg, Mississippi, marking a turning point in the war with the Union's victory.