ISC Exam Questions

Password crackers fall into two broad categories. What are they?

Password crackers fall into two broad categories. What are they?
(Choose two)

A.
Brute force

B.
Passive

C.
Active

D.
Random

E.
Dictionary

Explanation:
Password crackers are programs that circumvent password security by revealing passwords that have previously been encrypted. These systems work by using dictionary attacks or brute force.