Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Data Transmission (Section 3 - No. 39)

What is the primary goal of a 'man-in-the-middle' (MITM) attack?

To improve network speed.

To intercept and potentially alter communications between two parties without their knowledge.

To encrypt data.

To prevent unauthorized access to a network.

A man-in-the-middle attack aims to secretly intercept and potentially manipulate communications between two parties.