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Eccouncil 312-85 Exam - Topic 7 Question 27 Discussion

Actual exam question for Eccouncil's 312-85 exam
Question #: 27
Topic #: 7
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Sarah is a security operations center (SOC) analyst working at JW Williams and Sons organization based in Chicago. As a part of security operations, she contacts information providers (sharing partners) for gathering information such as collections of validated and prioritized threat indicators along with a detailed technical analysis of malware samples, botnets, DDoS attack methods, and various other malicious tools. She further used the collected information at the tactical and operational levels.

Sarah obtained the required information from which of the following types of sharing partner?

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Suggested Answer: C

The information Sarah is gathering, which includes collections of validated and prioritized threat indicators along with detailed technical analysis of malware samples, botnets, DDoS methods, and other malicious tools, indicates that she is obtaining this intelligence from providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence. These providers offer a holistic view of the threat landscape, combining tactical and operational threat data with in-depth analysis and context, enabling security teams to make informed decisions and strategically enhance their defenses. Reference:

'Cyber Threat Intelligence Providers: How to Choose the Right One for Your Organization,' by CrowdStrike

'The Role of Comprehensive Cyber Threat Intelligence in Effective Cybersecurity Strategies,' by FireEye


by Tambra at Mar 22, 2025, 08:08 AM

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Jeannetta
2 months ago
I’m surprised she gets all that from sharing partners! Sounds intense.
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Darnell
2 months ago
A is a solid choice too, but C seems more complete.
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Gary
2 months ago
I think B makes more sense for specific indicators.
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Aide
3 months ago
Wait, are we sure Sarah needs all that info from just one type?
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Sherrell
3 months ago
Definitely C, comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence is key!
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Dawne
3 months ago
I feel like it could also be threat actors, but that seems more focused on the people behind the attacks rather than the tools and methods.
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Bernardo
3 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I think the answer might be threat data feeds. They often provide detailed analysis, right?
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Sherita
4 months ago
I'm not too sure, but I remember something about threat indicators being important. Could it be providers of threat indicators?
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Corinne
4 months ago
I think Sarah is likely getting her information from providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence. That seems to cover everything she needs.
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Anisha
4 months ago
I've got a good feeling about this one. The key details in the question are the types of information the SOC analyst collects, like threat indicators and malware analysis. That points me towards the providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence as the most likely answer.
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Golda
4 months ago
I'm a little confused by this question. The options seem pretty similar, and I'm not sure I fully understand the differences between them. I'll need to re-read the question stem and options a few times to try to figure out the best answer.
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Zona
4 months ago
Okay, let's see. The question says the SOC analyst collects things like threat indicators, malware samples, and DDoS attack methods. Based on that, I'm thinking the answer is probably providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence, since that seems to cover the broad range of information mentioned.
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Alaine
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions different types of information the SOC analyst collects, but I'm not sure which option best matches that. I'll need to think it through carefully.
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Alesia
5 months ago
This seems like a straightforward question about the types of sharing partners that provide threat information to a SOC analyst. I'll carefully read through the options and think about the specific details mentioned in the question stem.
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Remedios
10 months ago
I think it might be providers of threat indicators as well, as they provide validated and prioritized threat indicators.
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Frank
11 months ago
Haha, I bet Sarah wishes she could just ask the threat actors directly for information. That would be a bold strategy, but probably not the most effective approach.
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Carlee
9 months ago
User 4: Providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence would be a more reliable source.
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Lashawna
9 months ago
User 3: Yeah, getting information from threat actors directly could be risky.
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Aretha
9 months ago
User 2: I think Sarah made the right choice by contacting the providers of threat data feeds.
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Isabelle
9 months ago
User 1: Haha, that would definitely be a bold move!
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Kristofer
11 months ago
I agree with Katy, comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence providers could be the source of information.
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Katy
11 months ago
I believe it could also be providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence.
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Stephania
11 months ago
This seems straightforward. I don't know why anyone would even consider options A, B, or D. It's clearly C all the way!
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Bronwyn
11 months ago
I agree with Aron. Sarah needs access to a broad range of threat intelligence to effectively support the security operations of the organization.
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Ezekiel
10 months ago
C) Providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence
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Margo
10 months ago
B) Providers of threat indicators
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Denae
10 months ago
C) Providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence
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Wade
10 months ago
A) Providers of threat data feeds
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Gilma
10 months ago
B) Providers of threat indicators
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Tony
11 months ago
A) Providers of threat data feeds
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Laine
11 months ago
I think Sarah obtained the required information from providers of threat data feeds.
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Aron
11 months ago
The correct answer is C) Providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence. This includes information on threat indicators, malware samples, botnets, and other malicious tools.
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Ariel
11 months ago
C) Providers of comprehensive cyber-threat intelligence
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Juan
11 months ago
B) Providers of threat indicators
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Ilona
11 months ago
A) Providers of threat data feeds
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