CompTIA Security+ Exam Prep

Category - Management

Which of the following attacks can be prevented if you shred all confidential material before dumping it in the waste bins?
  1. Man-In-The-Middle
  2. Shoulder Surfing
  3. Phishing
  4. Dumpster Diving
Explanation
Answer: D - Dumpster diving refers to an attack where an attacker looks through trash for clues and other confidential information, often in the form of paper scraps, to find user passwords and other pertinent information.

To prevent dumpster diving attacks, it is recommended to shred all paper, including print-outs, in a cross-cut shredder before being recycled. All storage media should be erased before being trashed.
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