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2. Overview. Web-based attacks are an attractive method by which threat actors can delude victims using web systems and services as the threat vector.
- What are web-based threats?
- What is web-based attack discuss any five?
- How do web attacks target users?
- What is Web based example?
What are web-based threats?
Web-based threats, or online threats, are a category of cybersecurity risks that may cause an undesirable event or action via the internet. Web threats are made possible by end-user vulnerabilities, web service developers/operators, or web services themselves.
What is web-based attack discuss any five?
Web-based attacks
It is the attack in which some data will be injected into a web application to manipulate the application and fetch the required information. Example- SQL Injection, code Injection, log Injection, XML Injection etc. DNS Spoofing is a type of computer security hacking.
How do web attacks target users?
Targeted cyber attacks
Targeted attacks may include: spear-phishing - sending emails to targeted individuals that could contain an attachment with malicious software, or a link that downloads malicious software. deploying a botnet - to deliver a DDOS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack.
What is Web based example?
Example of a web application
Web applications include online forms, shopping carts, word processors, spreadsheets, video and photo editing, file conversion, file scanning, and email programs such as Gmail, Yahoo and AOL.
