A threat actor has gained access to encryption keys that will permit them to read confidential information. What type of attack is this?

IT Questions BankCategory: CyberOps AssociateA threat actor has gained access to encryption keys that will permit them to read confidential information. What type of attack is this?

A threat actor has gained access to encryption keys that will permit them to read confidential information. What type of attack is this?

  • eavesdropping
  • man-in-the-middle
  • password-based
  • compromised key

Explanation: When encryption keys are stolen and use to decrypt private communications, a compromised-key attack has occurred.

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