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Question #: 49
Topic #: 6
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What is the main difference between a Smurf and a Fraggle attack?

  • A. A Smurf attack is ICMP-based and a Fraggle attack is UDP-based.
  • B. A Smurf attack is UDP-based and a Fraggle attack is TCP-based.
  • C. Smurf attack packets cannot be spoofed.
  • D. A Smurf attack is UDP-based and a Fraggle attack is ICMP-based.
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Suggested Answer: A 🗳️
Fraggle is an attack similar to Smurf, but instead of using ICMP, it uses UDP.
Source: HARRIS, Shon, All-In-One CISSP Certification Exam Guide, McGraw-Hill/Osborne, 2002, chapter 11: Application and System Development (page 790).
by xymavu at April 4, 2025, 11:48 p.m.

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