A client-side attack that results in a user's computer becoming compromised just by viewing a Web page and not even clicking any content is known as a ____.
A) buffer overflow
B) drive-by-download
C) denial of service
D) stack underflow

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A drive-by-download is a type of client-side attack where a user's computer is compromised simply by visiting a website, without any action on their part such as clicking on a link or downloading a file. This is typically achieved through the exploitation of vulnerabilities in the user's web browser or other software running on their computer, allowing malware or other malicious code to be downloaded and executed without their knowledge or consent. Buffer overflows and stack underflows are types of memory-related vulnerabilities that can be exploited by attackers, while denial of service attacks are focused on disrupting the availability of a targeted system or network.

A Client-Side Attack That Results in a User's Computer Becoming