COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
TYPES OF NETWORK SECURITY
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Question
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How can a brute-force attack be delayed?
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Using CAPTCHA
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ISPs rejects access to attackers
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Using anti-malware software
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -First widely used by Alta Vista to prevent automated search submissions, CAPTCHAs are particularly effective in stopping any kind of automated abuse, including brute-force attacks.
Detailed explanation-2: -A brute force attack involves ‘guessing’ username and passwords to gain unauthorized access to a system. Brute force is a simple attack method and has a high success rate. Some attackers use applications and scripts as brute force tools.
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