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CEH
Flashcards for the Certified Ethical Hacker exam
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Computer Networking
Professional
09/20/2011

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Term
What is an ATTACK?
Definition
When a system is compromised based on a vulnerability.
Term
What is TOE?
Definition

Tareget of Evaluation

 

A system, program, or network that is the subject of a attack.

Term
What is a THREAT?
Definition
A situation that COULD lead to a potential breach of security.
Term
What is an EXPLOIT?
Definition
Taking advantage of a vulnerability.
Term
What is a VULNERABILITY?
Definition
The existence of a flaw that can lead to a undersirable event.
Term
What is an ATTACK?
Definition
Compromising a system via an exploit.
Term
List the PHASES of an ETHICAL HACK.
Definition

Phase 1: Reconnaissance

Phase 2: Scanning

Phase 3: Gaining Access

Phase 4: Maintaining Access

Phase 5: Covering Tracks

Term
List the different types of RECONNAISSANCE.
Definition
  1. Passive
  2. Active
Term
What is ACTIVE RECONNAISSANCE?
Definition

Gathering information about a target that risks detection.

 

Overt information gathering.

Term
What is PASSIVE RECONNAISSANCE?
Definition

Gathering information about a target without the target's knowledge.

 

Covert information gathering.

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