Interception: The act of capturing or diverting data or communication without the knowledge or consent of the sender or receiver. It is used in surveillance, network security, and cybercrime investigations. Examples include wiretapping, packet sniffing, and phishing attacks.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D2: Threats Vulnerabilities and Mitigations | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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