Q. Which of the following are types of cyberattacks?
  1. Phishing
  2. Botnet
  3. Distributed Denial of Service
  4. Man-in-the-Middle
Select the correct option using the codes given below:

Answer: 1, 2, 3 & 4
Notes: Phishing is a cyberattack using deceptive communication to obtain sensitive data. A botnet is a network of compromised devices used to launch attacks. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) involves overwhelming a network or website. Man-in-the-Middle is an attack where communication between parties is secretly intercepted or altered. All four are recognized forms of cyberattacks.
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