Practice Dictionary Attack - 5.2 | Cryptography and Data Protection | Cyber Security Advance
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Question 1

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What is a dictionary attack?

💡 Hint: Think about how attackers might get into your account.

Question 2

Easy

Why might users choose weak passwords?

💡 Hint: Consider what a user prioritizes when creating a password.

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Question 1

What is a dictionary attack?

  • A method of cracking passwords using random combinations
  • Using a set of common words to access passwords
  • A violent attempt to access data

💡 Hint: Think of what kind of words attackers use.

Question 2

Two-factor authentication adds more security.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall what two-factor authentication involves.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Imagine you are the IT security manager tasked with improving password security in your company. Outline a policy for password creation and management that reduces the risk of dictionary attacks.

💡 Hint: Consider all aspects of password security.

Question 2

Evaluate the common phrase 'letmein' as a password. Discuss its vulnerabilities regarding dictionary attacks.

💡 Hint: Think about how many users might choose similar phrases.

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