Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) — Question 470

In which type of attack does the attacker insert their machine between two hosts that are communicating with each other?

Answer options

• A. man-in-the-middle
• B. LDAP injection
• C. insecure API
• D. cross-site scripting

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, man-in-the-middle, as it specifically describes an attack where the attacker intercepts and possibly alters the communication between two parties. The other options, such as LDAP injection, insecure API, and cross-site scripting, refer to different types of vulnerabilities or attacks that do not involve intercepting communications between two hosts.