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Brute-force attack
A brute-force attack is a trial-and-error method used by attackers to decode encrypted data or passwords.
Brute-force attack
A brute-force attack is a trial-and-error method used by attackers to decode encrypted data or passwords. It involves systematically attempting all possible combinations until the correct one is found, often relying on computational power and time.
Protection Measures
- Strong, complex passwords
- Account lockout policies
- Rate limiting
- CAPTCHA challenges
- Multi-factor authentication