You are a respected worker at Domain.com and your boss realizes that you attacked the system but you deny and persist in proving your innocence. You then realize you had a visit from an old colleague that was fired some time back. This person acquired all the necessary information to perform the attack. What type of
attack is this person performing?
A.
Trojan Horse
B.
Social engineering
C.
Phage Virus
D.
Armored Virus
Explanation:
This person is a con man and he/she is absorbing as much information as possible to access the company as an employee.
Incorrect answers:
A, C, D: These viruses are all carried through by means of high-tech software programs and trained computer hacking specialists they therefore requires no contact with one of the companies employees.
References:
Mike Pastore and Emmett Dulaney, Security+ Study Guide, 2nd Edition, Sybex, Alameda, 2004, p 87
Todd Bill, The Security+ Training Guide, QUE Publishing, Indianapolis, 2003, Chapter