CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 166

A few weeks after starting a new position, Joe, a junior network administrator, receives a call from an internal number asking for his username and password to update some records. Joe realizes this may be a type of attack on the network, since he has full access to network resources. Which of the following attacks is described?

Answer options

• A. Logic bomb
• B. Social engineering
• C. Trojan horse
• D. Insider threat

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Social engineering, as it involves manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information. The other options do not fit this scenario; a Logic bomb is a malicious code activated under specific conditions, a Trojan horse is malware disguised as legitimate software, and an Insider threat refers to a malicious act by someone within the organization, rather than a manipulative request.