In the context of computer security, “scavenging” refers to searching
A.
A user list to find a name.
B.
Through storage to acquire information.
C.
Through data for information content.
D.
Through log files for trusted path information.
Explanation:
Scavenging is a form of dumpster diving performed electronically. Online
scavenging searches for useful information in the remnants of data left over after processes or
tasks are completed. This could include audit trails, logs files, memory dumps, variable settings,
port mappings, and cached data. – Ed Tittle CISSP Study Guide (sybex) pg 476
Scavenging is a form of dumpster diving performed electronically. Online
scavenging searches for useful information in the remnants of data left over after processes or
tasks are completed. This could include audit trails, logs files, memory dumps, variable settings,
port mappings, and cached data
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