CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) — Question 458

Which of the following social engineering vulnerabilities occurs when someone follows a technician into a server room without using a key card?

Answer options

• A. Shoulder surfing
• B. Man-in-the-middle
• C. Tailgating
• D. Impersonation

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Tailgating, which occurs when someone gains unauthorized access by following an authorized person. A. Shoulder surfing involves observing someone entering information, B. Man-in-the-middle refers to intercepting communications, and D. Impersonation is pretending to be someone else to gain access, none of which accurately describe the scenario of following someone into a secured area.