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Eccouncil ECSS Exam - Topic 2 Question 77 Discussion

Actual exam question for Eccouncil's ECSS exam
Question #: 77
Topic #: 2
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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?

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Suggested Answer: A

by Kris at Mar 17, 2024, 09:24 PM

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Leigha
3 months ago
Sounds like he's in the maintaining access phase for sure!
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Annmarie
3 months ago
Wait, how can he tamper with software and still be in the gaining access phase?
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Daron
3 months ago
Yeah, it's all about maintaining access once you're in.
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Katie
4 months ago
I think he's still gaining access, not sure about the script part.
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Loren
4 months ago
Definitely maintaining access, he added a script!
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Val
4 months 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
4 months 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
4 months 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
5 months ago
I think James is in the "Maintaining access" phase since he added a malicious script for persistence.
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Antonette
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
9 months 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
9 months 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
8 months ago
Absolutely, 'clearing tracks' is just as important as 'maintaining access'.
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Brigette
8 months ago
Don't forget to cover your tracks too, James.
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Sharika
8 months ago
Yeah, 'maintaining access' is crucial for a successful hack.
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Josephine
8 months ago
Thanks! I'll make sure to keep that access secure.
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Valentine
10 months 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
8 months ago
C) Gaining access
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Henriette
9 months ago
B) Maintaining access
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Viola
10 months ago
A) Clearing tracks
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Cristy
10 months 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
10 months ago
I believe James is in the Gaining access phase, as he managed to penetrate the network.
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Rosita
10 months ago
I agree with Joanna, adding a malicious script for persistence sounds like Maintaining access.
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Joanna
11 months ago
I think James is currently in the Maintaining access phase.
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