What is the result of a passive ARP poisoning attack?

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What is the result of a passive ARP poisoning attack?

  • Data is modified in transit or malicious data is inserted in transit.
  • Network clients experience a denial of service.
  • Confidential information is stolen.
  • Multiple subdomains are created.

Explanation: ARP poisoning attacks can be passive or active. The result of a passive attack is that cybercriminals steal confidential information. With an active attack, cybercriminals modify data in transit or they inject malicious data.

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