What is Dumpster Diving?

A.
Going through dust bin

B.
Running through another person’s garbage for discarded document, information and other various items
that could be used against that person or company

C.
Performing media analysis

D.
performing forensics on the deleted items

Explanation:
Dumpster diving refers to the concept of rummaging through a company or individual’s garbage for discarded
documents, information, and other precious items that could then be used in an attack against that company or
person.
Incorrect Answers:
A: Dumpster Diving is more specific than going through dust bins.
C: Dumpster Diving does not refer to media analysis.
D: Dumpster Diving does not refer to forensics on deleted items.

Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2013, p. 1060