Firewalls cannot stop this attack. CCNA Daily Quiz
Think your perimeter firewall protects against everything? Drop your answer in the comments and let's see how many get this right.
The question
Which attack relies on creating a fabricated scenario to trick a user into revealing sensitive access?
The answer
A Pretexting
Pretexting specifically uses an invented scenario or persona to build trust. Don't fall for the trap — phishing is broad email baiting, but pretexting is the scripted persona. Follow for tomorrow's rep.
Exam tip
Read what the question is actually asking before looking at the options. The wrong answers here are ones candidates genuinely pick — each is true of something adjacent, just not of what was asked.