What are two purposes of launching a reconnaissance attack on a network? (Choose two.)

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What are two purposes of launching a reconnaissance attack on a network? (Choose two.)

  • A. to prevent other users from accessing the system
  • B. to escalate access privileges
  • C. to gather information about the network and devices
  • D. to scan for accessibility
  • E. to retrieve and modify data

Correct Answer: CD

Explanation: Gathering information about a network and scanning for access is a reconnaissance attack. Preventing other users from accessing a system is a denial of service attack. Attempting to retrieve and modify data, and attempting to escalate access privileges are types of access attacks.

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