An Organization's Help Desk Is Flooded with Phone Calls from Users

question 122

Multiple Choice

An organization's help desk is flooded with phone calls from users stating they can no longer access certain websites. The help desk escalates the issue to the security team, as these websites were accessible the previous day. The security analysts run the following command: ipconfig /flushdns , but the issue persists. Finally, an analyst changes the DNS server for an impacted machine, and the issue goes away. Which of the following attacks MOST likely occurred on the original DNS server?

• A) DNS cache poisoning
• B) Domain hijacking
• C) Distributed denial-of-service
• D) DNS tunneling

Distinguish between express, implied in fact, and quasi contracts based on how agreement is manifested.

Know the requirements for a binding contract, including mutual assent, consideration, legality of object, and contractual capacity.

Identify the governing laws for different types of contracts (goods, services, employment).

Understand the principles of enforceability for noncontractual promises based on justifiable reliance.

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Definitions:

Discount Factor(s)

A numerical factor used to calculate the present value of future cash flows, reflecting the time value of money.

Straight-Line Depreciation

A method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life in equal installments, reflecting the asset’s gradual decrease in value.

Payback Period

The length of time it takes for an investment to recover its initial outlay in terms of profits or savings.

Initial Investment

The initial amount of money spent to start a project or business venture, often covering expenses like equipment and setup costs.