CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-001) — Question 126

A penetration tester has obtained access to an IP network subnet that contains ICS equipment intercommunication. Which of the following attacks is MOST likely to succeed in creating a physical effect?

Answer options

• A. DNS cache poisoning
• B. Record and replay
• C. Supervisory server SMB
• D. Blind SQL injection

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as attacking the Supervisory server SMB can manipulate the control systems directly, potentially leading to physical changes in equipment. Options A, B, and D do not directly interface with the ICS equipment in a manner that could cause physical effects, as they are more focused on data manipulation rather than control of physical processes.