FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are examples of social engineering attacks? (Select TWO.)
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Why each option matters
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Pretexting
Pretexting involves creating a fabricated scenario to gain information, and tailgating is following an authorized person into a restricted area. Both manipulate human behavior rather than technical systems.
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Rootkit
Why it's wrong here
A rootkit is malware that hides its presence, not social engineering.
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Pretexting
Why this is correct
Pretexting is a social engineering attack where the attacker invents a scenario to trick the victim.
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Worm
Why it's wrong here
A worm is self-replicating malware, not a social engineering technique.
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Tailgating
Why this is correct
Tailgating is a physical social engineering attack.
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Ransomware
Why it's wrong here
Ransomware is a type of malware, not social engineering.
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