Certified Network Defender (CND) — Question 54

Which of the following attacks, the attacker cannot use the software, which is trying a number of key combinations in order to obtain your password?

Answer options

• A. Buffer overflow
• B. Zero-day attack
• C. Smurf attack
• D. None
• E. Shock brutal force

Correct answer: E

Explanation

The correct answer is E, as 'Shock brutal force' implies a method that does not rely on software to systematically guess passwords. In contrast, the other options, such as buffer overflow and zero-day attacks, are forms of exploitation that do not fit the criteria of trying key combinations. A Smurf attack is a type of denial-of-service attack, unrelated to password cracking.