Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 10 - No. 36)

What type of attack is a brute-force attack?
An attempt to guess a password by trying different combinations.
An attempt to steal a user's identity by sending deceptive emails.
An attempt to make a website unavailable to users.
An attempt to install malware on a user's computer.

Explanation

Brute force attack involves trying every combination.

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