Which of the following types of motivation was used m this attack?

An email sent from the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) states a wire transfer is needed to pay a new vendor. Neither is aware of the vendor, and the CEO denies ever sending the email.

Which of the following types of motivation was used m this attack?
A . Principle of fear
B . Principle of authority
C . Principle of scarcity
D . Principle of likeness
E . Principle of social proof

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Answer: B