Implementing Cisco Network Security (IINS, legacy) — Question 113

Which attack involves large numbers of ICMP packets with a spoofed source IP address?

Answer options

• A. Teardrop attack
• B. Smurf attack
• C. Nuke attack
• D. SYN Flood attack

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, the Smurf attack, which amplifies the volume of ICMP traffic directed at a target by exploiting the broadcast feature of networks. The other options, while they represent different types of attacks, do not specifically involve the use of ICMP packets with a spoofed source IP address.