Network+ Guide to Networks (MindTap Course List)
Network+ Guide to Networks (MindTap Course List)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781337569330
Author: Jill West, Tamara Dean, Jean Andrews
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 9, Problem 6RQ

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Deauthentication attack is a form of Wi-Fi DoS attack.

Hence, the correct answer is option “C”.

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Explanation of Solution

Deauthentication attack:

  • It is an attack that takes place on the wireless network where the Wi-Fi client gets connected to the wireless access point.
  • The client or AP sends a deauthentication frame to the user to indicate that the authentication session is terminated.
  • In some cases, an attacker sends the fake deauthentication frame to the AP or client to trigger the deauthentication process and to throw one or two clients out of the wireless network.

Explanation for incorrect options:

Rogue DHCP server:

  • It is the DHCP server that is established over the network by an attacker. It is unaware of the users and the network administrators.
  • The attackers use this type of server to attack the network...

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