Forms of Attack
Computer Science: Edexcel IGCSE, topic 5.2.5
Forms of Attack
Attacks on networks come in different forms:
Insider attack
- When someone in an organisation gives away access details or sensitive information.
Passive attack
- When a hacker eavesdrops on a network by 'sniffing' the data packets.
Social engineering
- When a person is exploited into giving away critical information that gives access to the network or accounts.
Active attack
- When someone uses malware or other technical methods to compromise a network's security.
Test yourself on Forms of Attack
Which of these are types of cyberattack?
What is a passive attack?