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Which of the following attacks can be launched by a malicious user either through a web page or email a. Phishing attacks b. Virus Attacks c. Spyware d. All of the above

Question

Which of the following attacks can be launched by a malicious user either through a web page or email

a. Phishing attacks

b. Virus Attacks

c. Spyware

d. All of the above

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Solution

d. All of the above

Explanation:

a. Phishing attacks: These can be launched through emails or malicious websites. The attacker tricks the user into revealing sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy entity.

b. Virus Attacks: Viruses can be spread through emails (for example, an infected file attached to an email) or malicious websites (for example, by tricking the user into downloading and running an infected file).

c. Spyware: This can be installed on a user's computer through malicious web pages or emails. Once installed, it can collect various types of personal information.

So, all of the mentioned attacks (Phishing attacks, Virus Attacks, Spyware) can be launched by a malicious user either through a web page or email.

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