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CompTIA SY0-701 Exam - Topic 5 Question 19 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's SY0-701 exam
Question #: 19
Topic #: 5
[All SY0-701 Questions]

Which of the following penetration testing teams is focused only on trying to compromise an organization using an attacker's tactics?

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Suggested Answer: B

Red teams are focused only on trying to compromise an organization using an attacker's tactics. They simulate real-world attacks to test the effectiveness of the organization's security defenses and identify vulnerabilities.

Red team: Acts as adversaries to simulate attacks and find security weaknesses.

White team: Oversees and ensures the rules of engagement are followed during the penetration test.

Purple team: Facilitates collaboration between the red team and the blue team to improve security.

Blue team: Defends against attacks and responds to security incidents.


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Adell
3 months ago
No way, it's gotta be Red!
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Leigha
3 months ago
Surprised to see people confused about this!
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Mireya
3 months ago
Red teams focus on attacking, while Blue is defensive.
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Celestine
4 months ago
I thought Purple teams did that too?
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Tamesha
4 months ago
Definitely B, Red teams are all about offense!
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Francis
4 months ago
I practiced a question like this, and I think Red is definitely the one that attacks, but I could be mixing it up with something else.
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Daniel
4 months ago
Purple teams blend both, but I feel like they don't focus solely on attacking. So, maybe it's Red?
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Ines
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about White teams focusing on defense, so that rules them out.
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Merrilee
5 months ago
I think the answer might be Red, since they simulate real attacker tactics, right?
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Lavonna
5 months ago
I think the answer is B. Red teams are the ones who are specifically tasked with trying to compromise the organization using the same tactics and techniques as real-world attackers. The other teams have different objectives, so B. Red seems like the best choice here.
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Hailey
5 months ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. I know red teams are focused on simulating attacks, but I'm not sure if that's the only thing they do. I'll have to think about this one a bit more before answering.
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Oliva
5 months ago
Okay, let me think this through. The question is asking about the team that is focused solely on trying to compromise the organization, so that would rule out the other options like white, purple, and blue teams. I'm pretty confident the answer is B. Red team.
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Caren
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. The question is asking about the team that is focused only on trying to compromise the organization, so I'm not sure if white, purple, or blue teams would fit that description.
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Nikita
5 months ago
I think the answer is B. Red teams are focused on trying to compromise the organization using attacker tactics, while other teams like white and blue teams have different objectives.
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Stephaine
5 months ago
Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to carefully consider each option and think through the potential issues with the activiti-app backup restoration.
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Maybelle
5 months ago
I remember that the SPD must be distributed within 90 days, but I'm not sure about the amendment time frame. Isn't it 10 years?
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Lashon
2 years ago
Red team, no doubt. They get to be the 'bad guys' and try to hack the organization. Sounds like the most exciting option to me!
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Francine
2 years ago
Haha, white team? That's like the Switzerland of penetration testing teams - neutral and all that. I'll pass on that one, thanks.
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Shenika
2 years ago
Blue team? Isn't that the one that's more focused on defense? I mean, I guess they have their place, but where's the fun in that?
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Geraldo
1 year ago
C) Purple
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Quentin
1 year ago
B) Red
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Ashley
1 year ago
A) White
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Paz
2 years ago
Purple
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Lanie
2 years ago
Red
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Cyndy
2 years ago
Purple team, all the way! They bring both the offensive and defensive perspectives together. Now that's what I call a well-rounded approach.
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Kelvin
1 year ago
Purple team is great because they combine the best of both worlds, offense and defense.
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Quentin
1 year ago
I think the Blue team is the most effective, they focus on defense and protecting our systems.
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Isidra
1 year ago
I agree, Purple team combines the best of both worlds and helps us improve our overall security strategy.
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Lynsey
2 years ago
Purple team is definitely the way to go, they provide a comprehensive view of our security posture.
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Victor
2 years ago
I prefer the Red team, they really push the limits and test our defenses.
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Louis
2 years ago
I think the Blue team is the most effective, they focus on defense and protecting our systems.
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Princess
2 years ago
Purple team is great because they provide a holistic view of our security posture by combining both offensive and defensive tactics.
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Elizabeth
2 years ago
I think the Blue team is the most effective at simulating real-world attacks and helping us improve our security.
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Lizbeth
2 years ago
I prefer the Red team, they really push the limits and test our defenses.
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Tegan
2 years ago
I prefer the Red team, they really push the limits and test our defenses.
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Frederick
2 years ago
I believe the correct answer is A) White team, they focus on defense not offense.
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Gearldine
2 years ago
Red team, definitely! They're the ones who try to break into the organization, right? That's the team I want on my side.
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Harrison
2 years ago
Yes, that's right! Red team is the one you want on your side for penetration testing.
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Eleonore
2 years ago
Red team is the one focused on trying to compromise an organization using an attacker's tactics.
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Macy
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think C) Purple team also uses attacker tactics.
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Wynell
2 years ago
I agree with Lorean, Red team focuses on attacking like an adversary.
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Lorean
2 years ago
I think the answer is B) Red.
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