Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) — Question 34

How would an IP spoofing attack be best classified?

Answer options

• A. Session hijacking attack
• B. Passive attack
• C. Fragmentation attack
• D. Sniffing attack A

Correct answer:

Explanation

An IP spoofing attack is best classified as a Session hijacking attack because it involves impersonating another device to take over an active session. The other options, such as Passive attack, Fragmentation attack, and Sniffing attack, do not accurately describe the nature of IP spoofing, which primarily targets the integrity of active sessions.