Which of the following can occur during a ping of death (POD) attack? Select all that apply.BaitingExecution of malicious codeA buffer overflowPhishing

A ping of death (POD) attack is a type of cyber attack where the attacker sends a maliciously crafted ping packet to a computer system. The main aim of this attack is to disrupt the normal functioning of the system, often causing it to crash.

Here are the possible occurrences during a ping of death attack from your options:

1. Baiting: This is not typically associated with a ping of death attack. Baiting is a social engineering tactic where an attacker leaves a malware-infected physical device, such as a USB flash drive in a place it is sure to be found. The finder then picks up the device and loads it onto his or her computer, unintentionally installing the malware.

2. Execution of malicious code: This is not a direct result of a ping of death attack. A ping of death attack can cause a system to crash or become unstable, but it does not directly result in the execution of malicious code.

3. A buffer overflow: This can occur during a ping of death attack. The ping of death attack works by sending IP packets larger than what the system can handle (larger than 65,535 bytes). This can cause a buffer overflow in the system, leading to a system crash or making the system unstable.

4. Phishing: This is not typically associated with a ping of death attack. Phishing is a type of social engineering attack often used to steal user data, including login credentials and credit card numbers.

So, from your options, only "A buffer overflow" can occur during a ping of death attack.