Exam 312-49v10 topic 1 question 283 discussion

The correct answer is B. Rainbow Table. A Rainbow Table is a precomputed table containing word lists (like dictionary files and brute-force lists) and their corresponding hash values. This allows for rapid lookup and matching of hash values to crack passwords or authentication credentials. Rainbow Tables are commonly used in password cracking and password strength testing. Here's a brief overview of the other options: A. Directory Table is not a standard term in computer security or cryptography. C. Master File Table (MFT) is a data structure used by the NTFS file system to store metadata about files and directories. D. Partition Table is a data structure that describes the partitioning scheme of a hard drive or storage device. Rainbow Tables are a powerful tool for password cracking, but they can also be used for password strength testing and security auditing.