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James is a professional hacker who managed to penetrate the target company's network and tamper with software by adding a malicious script in the production that holds persistence on the network.
Which of the following phases of hacking is James currently in?
Suggested Answer: A
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31 comments · newest first
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Leigha
11 months ago
Sounds like he's in the maintaining access phase for sure!
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Annmarie
11 months ago
Wait, how can he tamper with software and still be in the gaining access phase?
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Daron
11 months ago
Yeah, it's all about maintaining access once you're in.
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Katie
12 months ago
I think he's still gaining access, not sure about the script part.
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Loren
12 months ago
Definitely maintaining access, he added a script!
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Val
1 year ago
Clearing tracks might be a possibility, but it feels like he’s still in the process of keeping his foothold.
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Miesha
1 year ago
I remember a practice question about maintaining access, and it was similar to this. So, I lean towards option B.
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Lindsey
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but "Gaining access" seems too early for him since he already penetrated the network.
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Kiley
1 year ago
I think James is in the "Maintaining access" phase since he added a malicious script for persistence.
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Antonette
1 year ago
This seems like a straightforward question to me. Based on the information provided, James has already gained access to the network and is now maintaining that access by adding a persistent script. So the answer has to be "Maintaining access."
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Vi
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by this one. The details about James tampering with the software and adding a malicious script make me think he might be in the "Clearing tracks" phase, but I'm not entirely sure. I'll have to review my notes on the hacking phases to make a more confident decision.
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Blondell
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions that James added a malicious script, but it's not clear if he's still maintaining that access or if he's already cleared his tracks. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Callie
1 year ago
This one seems pretty straightforward. The question is asking about the hacking phase, and based on the details provided, it sounds like James is in the "Maintaining access" phase.
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Maryln
1 year ago
Okay, let me break this down. James penetrated the network and added a persistent script, so he's clearly past the "Gaining access" phase. And since the question doesn't mention him covering his tracks, I'd say he's currently in the "Maintaining access" phase. That's my best guess.
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Ressie
1 year ago
I feel pretty good about this one. Accountability and non-repudiation are all about ensuring that actions can be traced back to the individual responsible. Option A captures that concept the best, in my opinion.
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Fidelia
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The requirements around encryption and data format are throwing me off. I'll need to review my notes on Cisco APIC configuration management.
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Jaime
1 year ago
This is a good test of our knowledge on report access. I'll review each option and make sure I understand the distinctions before selecting my answers.
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Rosio
1 year ago
Well, well, well, look who's the big bad hacker. 'Maintaining access', huh? I bet James has got some tricks up his sleeve.
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James
1 year ago
I mean, if you're gonna hack, might as well do it with style, right? 'Maintaining access' is the way to go, James. Keep that malicious script on lock.
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Rima
1 year ago
Absolutely, 'clearing tracks' is just as important as 'maintaining access'.
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Brigette
1 year ago
Don't forget to cover your tracks too, James.
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Sharika
1 year ago
Yeah, 'maintaining access' is crucial for a successful hack.
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Josephine
1 year ago
Thanks! I'll make sure to keep that access secure.
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Valentine
1 year ago
Ah, the age-old question - how to stay one step ahead of the security team. 'Maintaining access' is the way to go, for sure.
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Nichelle
1 year ago
C) Gaining access
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Henriette
1 year ago
B) Maintaining access
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Viola
1 year ago
A) Clearing tracks
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Cristy
2 years ago
Oof, looks like James is in the 'Maintaining access' phase. Gotta keep that malicious script running, am I right?
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Sophia
2 years ago
I believe James is in the Gaining access phase, as he managed to penetrate the network.
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Rosita
2 years ago
I agree with Joanna, adding a malicious script for persistence sounds like Maintaining access.
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Joanna
2 years ago
I think James is currently in the Maintaining access phase.