Types of Attack Vectors

Humanize Security
2 min readDec 22, 2022

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To sneak into a company’s system, cybercriminals must first find a way in, and this route is known as an attack vector or No-Code Attack Vector . Attackers use multiple pathways to bypass security measure s. As a result, it is essential to comprehend how they gain access to forestall such attacks.

Attack vectors can be either discreet , as in the attacks where attackers surveillance and snoop around for the proper opportunity, or implicit and direct, as in malware attacks .

Knowing what a no-code vector attack is, how it works, and the most prevalent type is demonstrated in this article.

What is Attack Vector?

An attack vector is a way for cybercriminals to access a network or device without authorization to exploit security holes . Attackers typically employ a variety of attack vectors, including malware and viruses, dangerous email attachments and hyperlinks, pop-up windows, and instant messages, to launch cyberattacks and exploit system flaws . Those activities might result in a data breach or the theft of access credentials . There are two main categories of those attacks:

Passive Attack Vector

Cybercriminals try to access the system through flaws in a passive vector attack without affecting system resources. As a result, passive attacks are challenging to identify. Passive vector attacks include sniffing or traffic analysis, eavesdropping, and supervision.

Active Attack Vector

On the other hand, active attack vectors aim to change the system, damage its resources, or stop it from performing its normal functions. Malware, mail spoofing , man-in-the-middle attacks , domain hijacking , and ransomware are the most prevalent active attacks .

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