The TCP SYN Flood Attack Usually Occurs During the TCP

question 572

Multiple Choice

The TCP SYN flood attack usually occurs during the TCP handshake process. How many handshakes are required to set up a TCP connection?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4

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