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CPA · Question 58 · Area II: Security
What is the primary purpose of a 'DDoS' (Distributed Denial of Service) attack?
What is the primary purpose of a 'DDoS' (Distributed Denial of Service) attack?
Answer options:
A.
To steal confidential data.
B.
To gain administrative access to the server.
C.
To disrupt the availability of a service by overwhelming it with traffic.
D.
To encrypt data and demand ransom.
How to approach this question
Link 'Denial of Service' to 'Availability'.
Full Answer
C.To disrupt the availability of a service by overwhelming it with traffic.✓ Correct
DDoS attacks flood the target with traffic, exhausting resources.
Common mistakes
Thinking DDoS steals data.
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