Practice Test Question: Pass The Hash

Practice Test Question: Pass The Hash

22 Jul Practice Test Question: Pass The Hash

Posted at 14:42h in Practice Test Questions by
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Which one of the following device types is most susceptible to a pass-the-hash attack?

 

A. Windows server
B. Network firewall
C. VPN concentrator
D. Hardware security module

 

Correct Answer: A

 

Pass-the-hash attacks exploit a vulnerability in the NTLM authentication protocol, used by Windows systems. The attack is not possible against non-Windows systems.

 

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5 Comments
  • Shelly Duffer
    Posted at 17:29h, 24 July Reply

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    • CertMike
      Posted at 20:16h, 24 July Reply

      Congratulations, Shelly!

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