COMPUTER NETWORKING

NETWORK SECURITY

INTRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How can a brute-force attack be delayed?
A
Using CAPTCHA
B
ISPs rejects access to attackers
C
Using anti-malware software
D
None of the above
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: -The best way to prevent brute force attacks is to limit invalid logins. In this way, attacks can only hit and try passwords for a limited time. This is why web-based services start showing CAPTCHAs if you hit the wrong passwords three times, or they will block your IP address.

Detailed explanation-3: -Employ 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) Two-factor authentication is considered by many to be the first line of defense against brute force attacks.

Detailed explanation-4: -A brute-force attack is the process of trying to gain unauthorized access to an account or system by slamming a list of passwords against the account and hoping one works.

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