In an attack tree, each path tracing from the root node to a leaf node represents a unique way to achieve the goal of the attacker. This path is also called a(n) "____."
A) attack path
B) validation path
C) risk path
D) trust path

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Each path in the attack tree represents a unique way for an attacker to achieve their goal, making "attack path" the most appropriate term to fill in the blank. "Validation path" and "trust path" are not commonly used terms in the context of attack trees, and "risk path" is not as specific to the concept of achieving attacker goals as "attack path."

In an Attack Tree, Each Path Tracing from the Root