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In this article we will look at what is an attack vector and some examples of attack vectors using which cyber attacks are performed.

 

What is an Attack Vector?

An attack vector is a path or means by which an attacker can gain access to the target (machine) to deliver payload. Attack vectors allow attackers to exploit system vulnerabilities. To some extent, firewalls and anti-virus software can block attack vectors.

 


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Examples of Attack Vectors

Some of examples of attack vectors are:

  • E-mail attacks
  • Attachments and other files
  • Attack by deception (social engineering)
  • Hackers
  • Phishing
  • Worms

 

 

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Suryateja Pericherla

Suryateja Pericherla, at present is a Research Scholar (full-time Ph.D.) in the Dept. of Computer Science & Systems Engineering at Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. Previously worked as an Associate Professor in the Dept. of CSE at Vishnu Institute of Technology, India.

He has 11+ years of teaching experience and is an individual researcher whose research interests are Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, Computer Security, Network Security and Blockchain.

He is a member of professional societies like IEEE, ACM, CSI and ISCA. He published several research papers which are indexed by SCIE, WoS, Scopus, Springer and others.

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