A Malicious Hacker Flooded an Online Retailer's Server with Millions

question 48

Multiple Choice

A malicious hacker flooded an online retailer's server with millions of bogus service requests. Due to this, the Web site's server was overloaded and the site was unable to service legitimate customer requests. This attack is an example of which of the following security threats?

• A) spoofing
• B) sniffing
• C) phishing
• D) denial-of-service

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Definitions:

Operating Expenses

Expenses incurred from normal business operations such as manufacturing costs, marketing fees, and office supplies.

Sales Revenue

Income generated from selling goods or services over a period, critical for determining a company's profitability.

Gross Profit

The financial gain calculated by subtracting the cost of goods sold from the revenue generated from sales of those goods.

Operating Expenses

Costs associated with the day-to-day operations of a business such as rent, salaries, and utilities.