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What is a description of a social engineering attack?

A.

fake offer for free music download to trick the user into providing sensitive data

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A.

fake offer for free music download to trick the user into providing sensitive data

B.

package deliberately sent to the wrong receiver to advertise a new product

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B.

package deliberately sent to the wrong receiver to advertise a new product

C.

mistakenly received valuable order destined for another person and hidden on purpose

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C.

mistakenly received valuable order destined for another person and hidden on purpose

D.

email offering last-minute deals on various vacations around the world with a due date and a counter

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D.

email offering last-minute deals on various vacations around the world with a due date and a counter

Suggested answer: A

Explanation:

Social engineering attacks involve manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security. The fake offer for a free music download is a classic example of social engineering, where attackers lure users with a tempting offer to trick them into providing personal information or downloading malware.

asked 07/10/2024
Gudni Hauksson
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