________ is a password-cracking method wherein the attacker compares passwords to lists of common words.
A) A dictionary attack
B) A hybrid dictionary attack
C) A combinatorial attack
D) Brute-force guessing

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A dictionary attack is a password-cracking method where the attacker uses a pre-existing list of common words, known as the 'dictionary', to compare and match these words with user passwords. It is a common and effective method used by attackers to gain unauthorized access to accounts.

________ Is a Password-Cracking Method Wherein the Attacker Compares Passwords