CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 672

An attacker is using an unknown vulnerability that allows malicious actors to utilize the print spooler to gain system privileges on a computer. Which of the following is this scenario an example of?

Answer options

• A. Honeypot
• B. Zero-day attack
• C. Internal threat
• D. External threat

Correct answer: B

Explanation

This situation exemplifies a Zero-day attack since it involves exploiting a vulnerability that is not yet known to the software vendor, leaving no time for a patch. In contrast, a honeypot is a security resource designed to be attacked, while internal and external threats refer to the source of the threat rather than the nature of the exploitation.