Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) — Question 110

Which type of attack would a competitive intelligence attack best classify as?

Answer options

• A. Business attack
• B. Intelligence attack
• C. Financial attack
• D. Grudge attack

Correct answer: A

Explanation

A competitive intelligence attack is primarily aimed at gathering information about a competitor's business strategies and operations, making it a business attack. The other options do not accurately capture the essence of this type of attack, as intelligence attacks are broader, financial attacks focus on monetary gain, and grudge attacks are driven by personal vendettas.