The security administrator is observing unusual network behavior from a workstation. The workstation is communicating with a known malicious destination over an encrypted tunnel. A full antivirus scan, with an updated antivirus definition file, does not show any signs of infection. Which of the following has happened on the workstation?

The security administrator is observing unusual network behavior from a workstation. The workstation is communicating with a known malicious destination over an encrypted tunnel. A full antivirus scan, with an updated antivirus definition file, does not show any signs of infection. Which of the following has happened on the workstation?

A. Known malware infection
B. Session hijacking
C. Cookie stealingCompTIA Security+ Certification, SY0-401 Certification, CompTIA Security+ SY0-401 Certification
D. Zero-day attack

Answer
D. Zero-day attack