When an attacker leaves a malware-infected USB drive in a public place hoping someone will find it and plug it into a computer, this technique is known as?
- Baiting
- Pharming
- Phishing
- Spoofing
This technique is called "baiting." It involves leaving a device (in this case, a malware-infected USB drive) in a location where someone may find it and plug it into a computer out of curiosity. Once connected, the malware can infect the victim's computer.
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