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In today’s digital age, cyber threats are growing more sophisticated and harder to detect. As organizations become increasingly reliant on digital infrastructure, understanding the nature of cybersecurity attacks becomes essential. One of the foundational concepts in cybersecurity is the classification of attacks into two broad categories: active and passive. This classification is based on the level of interaction an attacker has with the targeted system. While both types of attacks pose significant risks, they operate differently. Active attacks aim to directly affect system operations, whereas passive attacks quietly monitor or...