What form of malicious exploit alters data packet source address labels to match a trusted network interface, spoofing internal network defenses? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What form of malicious exploit alters data packet source address labels to match a trusted network interface, spoofing internal network defenses?
A. IP Spoofing
B. Cross-Site Execution
C. SQL Tampering
D. Man-in-the-Middle
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
IP spoofing masks packet origins by replacing real source headers with fake addresses to bypass firewall restrictions or gain unauthorized network access.

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