TCP/IP Hijacking: An attack where an intruder takes control of an existing TCP/IP session between two entities. The attacker exploits vulnerabilities to insert themselves into the data stream, enabling them to intercept or manipulate the communication. This form of hijacking poses significant risks to data integrity and confidentiality.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D4: Cloud Application Security | CISM D4: Incident Management | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D2: Threats Vulnerabilities and Mitigations | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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