CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) — Question 528

A local business was the source of multiple instances of credit card theft. Investigators found that most payments at this business were made at self-service kiosks. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the exposed credit card Information?

Answer options

• A. Insider threat
• B. RAT
• C. Backdoor
• D. Skimming
• E. NFC attack

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, skimming, as this technique involves capturing card information during transactions at self-service kiosks. Other options like Insider threat, RAT, Backdoor, and NFC attack do not directly relate to the vulnerabilities typically exploited at kiosks, making them less likely causes for the credit card theft in this scenario.