A User Was Recently a Victim of a Brute Force

question 146

Multiple Choice

A user was recently a victim of a brute force attack on an email account. This is considered which of the following security threats?

• A) Social engineering
• B) Shoulder surfing
• C) Phishing
• D) Password cracking

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Definitions:

Unethical Behaviors

Actions that do not conform to accepted moral norms or standards within a profession or organization.

Positive Culture

An organizational environment characterized by shared values and practices that promote mutual respect, collaboration, and optimism.

Cohesive Culture

A workplace environment where there is a strong sense of belonging and unity among employees, fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Kilmann-Saxton Culture-Gap Survey

A diagnostic tool designed to assess the differences between the existing culture within an organization and its ideal, or desired, state.