A server would experience a(n) __________ attack when a hacker compromises it to acquire information via a remote location using a network connection.
A) indirect
B) direct
C) software
D) hardware

Question

A server would experience a(n) __________ attack when a hacker compromises it to acquire information via a remote location using a network connection.
A) indirect
B) direct 
C) software
D) hardware

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A direct attack involves the hacker attempting to gain access to a server or system through a network connection. In this scenario, the hacker is compromising the server remotely to acquire information, which falls under the definition of a direct attack.

A Server Would Experience A(n) __________ Attack When a Hacker