Which term describes gaining access to one network to obtain information enabling access to others?

Which term describes gaining access to one network to obtain information enabling access to others?

• A. Bot
• B. Daisy Chaining
• C. Doxing
• D. Hack Value

Answer: (B)

Daisy chaining describes using access gained to one network to obtain information that enables access to other networks. An attacker gains a foothold on one network, then looks for credentials, tokens, or trusted relationships that can be used to pivot into adjacent networks or systems. With each new compromise, the attacker adds a link to the chain, expanding reach to uncover more data or reach critical targets. This fits the scenario because the emphasis is on leveraging information from the initial network to move into others, creating a chain of access. In practice, defenses should focus on limiting this progression: strong network segmentation, least-privilege access, MFA, credential guard, and monitoring for unusual cross-network authentication patterns. Other terms refer to different concepts (a bot is malware under control, doxing reveals private information about individuals, etc.), but none describe the chaining of access across networks as clearly.

Daisy chaining describes using access gained to one network to obtain information that enables access to other networks. An attacker gains a foothold on one network, then looks for credentials, tokens, or trusted relationships that can be used to pivot into adjacent networks or systems. With each new compromise, the attacker adds a link to the chain, expanding reach to uncover more data or reach critical targets. This fits the scenario because the emphasis is on leveraging information from the initial network to move into others, creating a chain of access.

In practice, defenses should focus on limiting this progression: strong network segmentation, least-privilege access, MFA, credential guard, and monitoring for unusual cross-network authentication patterns. Other terms refer to different concepts (a bot is malware under control, doxing reveals private information about individuals, etc.), but none describe the chaining of access across networks as clearly.