Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Cybersecurity Practice Test

What does IP Spoofing allow an attacker to do?

1. Access the internet anonymously

2. Impersonate another machine to gain unauthorized access

3. Encrypt data packets for secure transmission

4. Monitor network traffic without detection

The correct answer is: Impersonate another machine to gain unauthorized access

IP Spoofing is a technique used by attackers to impersonate another machine on a network by falsifying the source IP address in packet headers. This allows the attacker to make it appear as if the packets are coming from a trusted source, thereby enabling unauthorized access to systems and data. By masquerading as a legitimate device, the attacker can exploit trust relationships in the network, bypass security measures, or gain access to restricted information. The other options do not accurately capture the primary purpose of IP Spoofing. While accessing the internet anonymously might seem related, it does not specifically involve impersonating another machine for unauthorized access. Encryption of data packets is a different process focused on securing communication rather than deception. Monitoring network traffic without detection, while it may be a component of various attack strategies, is not the direct result or primary purpose of IP Spoofing.