Which of the following is described as the viewing of information that passes along a network line?
A) Sniffing
B) Spoofing
C) Hijacking
D) Impersonation

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Sniffing is the act of intercepting and viewing information that passes along a network line, often in order to obtain sensitive information such as login credentials. Spoofing refers to the act of impersonating a user or device in order to gain access to a system or network. Hijacking refers to taking control of a communication or session between two parties. Impersonation refers to pretending to be someone else in order to carry out an attack or gain unauthorized access to a system or network.

Which of the Following Is Described as the Viewing of Information