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Question 35

An information system contains an embedded system, which must be accounted for as part of a threat model. Which of the following attacks targets embedded systems and manipulates the device into thinking an input was received or an action was completed?
  • A Output attack.
  • B Processor attack.
  • C User interface attack.
  • D Sensor attack.
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Correct answer: D

Explanation

OBJ. 3.5 - A sensor attack targets the embedded system by manipulating sensors to make the device think an input was received or an action was completed. These attacks are particularly dangerous in embedded systems where sensors play a critical role. User interface attacks target front-end systems, output attacks focus on data exfiltration, and processor attacks exploit the CPU, but sensor attacks are most directly linked to this scenario. For support or reporting issues, include Question ID: 67d967bd1a98725b29776a7d in your ticket. Thank you.

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