Penetration testing (also called pen testing) is the practice of testing a computer system, network, or Web application to find vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit. Which of the following areas can be exploited in a penetration test? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

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Penetration testing can exploit various areas including social engineering (A), file and directory permissions (B), buffer overflows (C), kernel flaws (D), race conditions (E), and Trojan horses (G). These are common vulnerabilities that attackers might exploit. Information system architectures (F) is not typically a direct target for exploitation but rather a broader concept.

Penetration Testing (Also Called Pen Testing) Is the Practice of Testing