ECSS Exam Dumps : EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10)Exam

•  Clark has implemented a hot backup mechanism. Hot backups allow data to be backed up while the system or application resources are actively being used, ensuring continuous availability without interruption.
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A push notification is a messaging feature that originates from a server and enables the delivery of data or a message from an application to a mobile device without any explicit request from the user. It allows applications to notify users of new messages, updates, or events even when the app is not actively running on the device. Push notifications are commonly used in mobile apps to engage users and provide timely information.

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The scenario described is a classic example of SMiShing, a form of social engineering attack that uses text messages (SMS) to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information. In this case, Christian receives an urgent message prompting him to call a phonenumber, which is a tactic used in SMiShing attacks to create a sense of urgency and legitimacy. Upon calling the number, he is asked to provide personal financial information, which is the ultimate goal of the attacker.

SMiShing attacks often impersonate legitimate entities, such as banks, to trick victims into believing that the request is authentic. The use of a recorded message asking for credit or debit card numbers and passwords is a telltale sign of a SMiShing attempt, as legitimate banks would not ask for such sensitive information via a phone call initiated by an unsolicited text message1. Therefore, the correct answer is A, SMiShing, which specifically refers to phishing attacks conducted through SMS.