An Essential Component of Many Buffer Overflow Attacks Is the Transfer

question 37

Short Answer

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

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Definitions:

Stress

A physical, mental, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension.

External Frustration

Emotional or psychological stress resulting from blockages or hindrances caused by environmental factors outside an individual's control.

Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict

A psychological dilemma wherein an individual must choose between two undesirable outcomes.

Unfinished Paper

A written document that is not completed, often lacking essential content, conclusions, or final editing.