Security Fundamentals — Question 49

Passwords that contain recognizable words are vulnerable to a:

Answer options

• A. Denial of Service attack
• B. Hashing attack
• C. Dictionary attack
• D. Replay attack

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as a Dictionary attack specifically targets passwords that use common words or phrases, making them easier to guess. Options A, B, and D do not directly relate to the vulnerability of passwords based on their composition and instead focus on different types of security threats.