____ is a scam that redirects traffic intended for a commonly used Web site to a spoofed Web site set up in an effort to obtain users' personal information.
A) Framing
B) Pharming
C) Profiling
D) Auctioning

Question

____ is a scam that redirects traffic intended for a commonly used Web site to a spoofed Web site set up in an effort to obtain users' personal information.
A) Framing
B) Pharming
C) Profiling
D) Auctioning

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Pharming is a scam where attackers redirect users to a fake website in order to steal their personal information. It is often done by hijacking the DNS server or by using malware to change the user's hosts file.

____ Is a Scam That Redirects Traffic Intended for a Commonly