Which of the following describes an on-path attack?
A) An on-path attack is when the attacker forces access to the network by attempting many passwords or phrases until finding the correct one.
B) An on-path attack is when the attacker attempts to gain access to an on-going communication between two endpoints by pretending to be each of the parties.
C) An on-path attack is when the attacker disguises their identity and impersonates a legitimate computer on the network.
D) An on-path attack is when the attacker follows an authorized user into the system.

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An on-path attack, previously known as a man-in-the-middle attack, involves the attacker positioning themselves in the communication stream between two parties. The attacker intercepts, and potentially alters, the communication without the knowledge of the parties involved. This is accurately described in option B, where the attacker pretends to be each of the parties to gain access to the ongoing communication.

Which of the Following Describes an On-Path Attack