GIAC Exam GCIA Topic 1 Question 39 Discussion

Actual exam question for GIAC's GCIA exam

Question #: 39
Topic #: 1

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John, a novice web user, makes a new E-mail account and keeps his password as "apple", his favorite fruit. John's password is vulnerable to which of the following password cracking attacks?

Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

ADictionary attack

BHybrid attack

CBrute Force attack

DRule based attack

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Suggested Answer: B

by Denise at Feb 11, 2024, 06:22 AM

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Dana

2 months ago

Why do I get the feeling John's email is going to be 'fruitless' in no time?

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Lynelle

12 days ago

B) Hybrid attack

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Lynelle

16 days ago

C) Brute Force attack

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Lynelle

25 days ago

A) Dictionary attack

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Mitzie

2 months ago

Brute force, hybrid, rule-based - this password is like a buffet for password crackers.

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Nichelle

17 days ago

D) Rule based attack

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Rueben

20 days ago

C) Brute Force attack

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Alpha

25 days ago

B) Hybrid attack

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Catherin

2 months ago

A) Dictionary attack

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Natalie

2 months ago

A dictionary attack would have a field day with 'apple'. That's just asking for trouble.

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Sheridan

2 months ago

Wow, 'apple' as a password? That's about as secure as a cardboard box.

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Lashawn

2 months ago

I agree with both of you. John should use a stronger password to protect his account.

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Susy

2 months ago

I think it could also be cracked using a Brute Force attack since it is a simple password.

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Ceola

2 months ago

John's password is vulnerable to a Dictionary attack because it is a common word.

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