Which of the following is not a form of passive attack?
A.
Scavenging
B.
Data diddling
C.
Shoulder surfing
D.
Sniffing
Explanation:
Details: Data diddling involves alteration of existing data and is extremely common. It is one of the easiest types
of crimes to prevent by using access and accounting controls, supervision, auditing, separation of duties, and
authorization limits. It is a form of active attack. All other choices are examples of passive attacks, only affecting
confidentiality.
HARRIS, Shon, All-In-One CISSP Certification Exam Guide, McGrawHill/Osborne, 2002, Chapter
10: Law, Investigation, and Ethics (page 645).