Unit 6 Vocab

What is a computer worm?

• A computer worm is a type of malware that self-replicates and spreads independently without needing to attach itself to a program or file.
• A computer worm is a type of virus that requires user interaction to spread.
• A computer worm is a type of hardware used to store data.
• A computer worm is a type of software used to enhance computer performance.

What is denial of service in computers?

• Denial of service is a type of software used to enhance computer performance
• Denial of service is a term used to describe the process of backing up computer data
• Denial of service in computers refers to a cyber attack that disrupts the normal functioning of a system by overwhelming it with excessive traffic.
• Denial of service is a security feature that protects computers from cyber attacks

What is distributed denial of service in computers?

• DDoS is a type of computer virus that steals personal information
• DDoS is a cyber attack that overwhelms a system with a flood of internet traffic from multiple compromised systems.
• DDoS is a method to speed up internet connection
• DDoS is a software used for data encryption

What is a SYN flood attack?

• A SYN flood attack is a type of social engineering attack.
• A SYN flood attack is a type of malware attack.
• A SYN flood attack is a type of phishing attack.
• A SYN flood attack is a type of denial-of-service attack.

What is a teardrop attack?

• A teardrop attack is a type of cyber attack where hackers gain access to a network by disguising themselves as legitimate users.
• A teardrop attack is a type of phishing scam involving fake tears to manipulate victims.
• A teardrop attack is a type of denial-of-service (DoS) attack where fragmented packets are sent to the target computer with overlapping offset fields, causing the system to crash or become unresponsive.
• A teardrop attack is a type of malware that encrypts files on a computer and demands a ransom for decryption.

What is a smurf attack?

• A smurf attack is a type of phishing scam targeting online gamers.
• A smurf attack is a type of DDoS attack that floods a target system with spoofed IP packets.

• A smurf attack is a type of malware that encrypts files on a computer.
• A smurf attack is a type of social engineering attack involving impersonation.

What is a ping of death attack?

• Sending a small IP packet to overload the target system
• Sending an oversized IP packet to crash the target system
• Sending a virus through email to corrupt the target system
• Sending a series of pings to slow down the target system

What is a botnet?

• A botnet is a network of private computers infected with malicious software and controlled as a group without the owners' knowledge, typically used for criminal activities.
• A botnet is a software used for enhancing internet speed.
• A botnet is a type of computer hardware used for gaming purposes.
• A botnet is a network of robots used for automated tasks.

What is a man in the middle attack?

• A man-in-the-middle attack is when two parties intentionally share information with a third party.
• A man-in-the-middle attack is a type of security measure used to protect data transmission.
• A man-in-the-middle attack is when a third party intercepts communication between two parties without their knowledge, potentially eavesdropping or altering the messages.
• A man-in-the-middle attack is a form of physical assault on an individual.

What is phising?

• Phishing is a type of dance move.
• Phishing is a type of gardening technique.
• Phishing is a type of fishing in the ocean.
• Phishing is a type of cyber attack involving fraudulent emails or messages.