Brute Force Attack
A Brute Force Attack is a trial-and-error method used by attackers to decode encrypted data such as passwords or PINs by systematically guessing every possible combination until the correct one is found. This attack exploits the weakness of weak password policies, taking advantage of the unlimited attempts to access an account. The defense against brute force attacks includes implementing strong, complex passwords, using multi-factor authentication, and limiting login attempts to thwart unauthorized access attempts.