A ____ attack occurs when a system becomes unable to function because it has been deluged with data transmissions or otherwise disrupted.
A) flashing
B) denial-of-service
C) war driving
D) phishing

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A denial-of-service attack, also known as a DDoS attack, floods a system with traffic or requests until it is unable to function. This is often accomplished by using multiple computers to overwhelm the targeted device or server. Flashing refers to the process of installing custom firmware on a device, war driving involves searching for Wi-Fi networks while driving or walking around, and phishing involves tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information.

A ____ Attack Occurs When a System Becomes Unable to Function