Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) — Question 155

What is a collection of compromised machines that attackers use to carry out a DDoS attack?

Answer options

• A. subnet
• B. VLAN
• C. command and control
• D. botnet

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as a botnet specifically refers to a network of compromised computers that are controlled by an attacker to launch attacks. The other options, like subnet and VLAN, are networking concepts that do not involve compromised machines, while command and control refers to the infrastructure used to manage a botnet rather than the collection itself.