Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Data Transmission (Section 5 - No. 37)
What is 'spoofing' in a network context?
The act of sending unsolicited emails.
An attack where an attacker impersonates a legitimate entity.
The process of encrypting data.
A method of improving network speed.
Explication
Spoofing involves an attacker impersonating a legitimate user or device.