CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 1039

Which of the following attacks specifically impact data availability?

Answer options

• A. DDoS
• B. Trojan
• C. MITM
• D. Rootkit

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, DDoS, as it aims to overwhelm resources, making data unavailable to users. Other options like Trojan, MITM, and Rootkit primarily focus on data theft or control rather than directly impacting availability.