How does a man-in-the-middle attack intercept and compromise sensitive network communications?
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How does a man-in-the-middle attack intercept and compromise sensitive network communications?
A man-in-the-middle attack occurs when a third party intercepts communication between two parties without their knowledge. The attacker can then eavesdrop on the communication, modify it, or even impersonate one of the parties involved. This can compromise sensitive information such as login credentials, financial details, or private messages. The attacker typically achieves this by exploiting vulnerabilities in the network or by tricking the users into connecting to a malicious network that they control.