Which of the following attacks causes software to fail and prevents the intended users from accessing software?

Which of the following attacks causes software to fail and prevents the intended users from accessing software?
A . Enabling attack
B . Reconnaissance attack
C . Sabotage attack
D . Disclosure attack

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Answer: C

Explanation:

A sabotage attack is an attack that causes software to fail. It also prevents the intended users from accessing software. A sabotage attack is referred to as a denial of service (DoS) or compromise of availability.

ANS: B is incorrect. The reconnaissance attack enables an attacker to collect information about software and operating environment.

ANS: D is incorrect. The disclosure attack exposes the revealed data to an attacker.

ANS: A is incorrect. The enabling attack delivers an easy path for other attacks.