Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 16 - No. 5)
What is the meaning of 'brute force' attack in relation to cyber security?
An attack that uses a specific file on the user's system
An attack to take the control of the user's internet browser
An attempt to try many passwords systematically.
An attack to steal the user's private information.
Explanation
A brute force attack is one that systematically tries all the possible combinations for a password.
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