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In a(n) ____ attack, a hacker sets up a computer to act as a legitimate access point, and then steals personal information from users trying to connect to it.a. Evil twin b. Denial-of-service c. Over-the-shoulder d. Bluebugging

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Evil Twin

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Evil Twin is type of attack on network computer in which a hacker act as a legitimate user and after accessing he steal the information from users who try to connect it.

It is fake wireless point, that may may offer internet service free of cost to its nearby users. The users who try to connect to this type of network can be hacked and lost their important information. The hacker tries to steal the information related to bank account, contact numbers, address and other important information that can cause problem for the user.

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