Practice Dictionary Attack (5.2) - Cryptography and Data Protection - Cyber Security Advance

Practice: Dictionary Attack

Lesson 5.2Cryptography and Data Protection

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Question 1.
What is a dictionary attack?
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Think about how attackers might get into your account.
Question 2.
Why might users choose weak passwords?
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Consider what a user prioritizes when creating a password.
3Question 3.
What is a dictionary attack?
- A method of cracking passwords using random combinations
- Using a set of common words to access passwords
- A violent attempt to access data
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Think of what kind of words attackers use.
4Question 4.
Two-factor authentication adds more security.
- True
- False
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Recall what two-factor authentication involves.
Question 5.
Imagine you are the IT security manager tasked with improving password security in your company. Outline a policy for password creation and management that reduces the risk of dictionary attacks.
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Consider all aspects of password security.
Question 6.
Evaluate the common phrase 'letmein' as a password. Discuss its vulnerabilities regarding dictionary attacks.
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Think about how many users might choose similar phrases.

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