An Essential Component of Many Buffer Overflow Attacks Is the Transfer

question 42

Multiple Choice

An essential component of many buffer overflow attacks is the transfer of execution to code,known as _______,supplied by the attacker and often saved in the buffer being overflowed.

• A)NOP code
• B)stack code
• C)heap code
• D)shellcode

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Definitions:

Altruism

The selfless concern for the well-being of others, often leading to actions that benefit someone else at a personal cost.

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