Exam SSCP topic 1 question 148 discussion

piggybacking is a physical security threat, not a network-level threat. you can't piggyback access into the network using someone else's privileges. you can physically enter a secure building by piggybacking and plug into the LAN that way, sure, but that isn't this scenario.

I'm going to have to go with 'D'. Piggybacking is usually when someone physically enters a facility without authorization by following someone with authorization. Although 'B' could work in this scenario, it is not the best option.

The term that refers to legitimate users accessing networked services that would normally be restricted to them is: B. Piggybacking Piggybacking occurs when an unauthorized user gains access to a secure location or system by following closely behind an authorized person. In the context of network security, it refers to someone accessing services or systems by using the credentials of an authorized user, allowing them to gain entry that would typically be restricted.

Piggybacking refers to the situation where legitimate users access networked services that would normally be restricted to them by using the credentials of another authorized user. This can happen when an unauthorized individual follows an authorized person into a secure area or uses their login credentials to gain unauthorized access. The other options: A. Spoofing involves pretending to be someone or something else to gain unauthorized access. C. Eavesdropping involves intercepting and listening to communications without authorization. D. Logon abuse refers to unauthorized use or manipulation of logon credentials to gain access to a system.

Anwer is "D"