Splunk Exam SPLK-5001 Topic 7 Question 22 Discussion

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Question #: 22
Topic #: 7

What is the following step-by-step description an example of?

1. The attacker devises a non-default beacon profile with Cobalt Strike and embeds this within a document.

2. The attacker creates a unique email with the malicious document based on extensive research about their target.

3. When the victim opens this document, a C2 channel is established to the attacker's temporary infrastructure on a compromised website.

ATactic

BPolicy

CProcedure

DTechnique

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Suggested Answer: D

by Huey at May 03, 2025, 06:17 PM

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Laurene

19 hours ago

I see where you're coming from, Wayne, but I still think it's a technique because it's a step-by-step process.

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Clement

4 days ago

This looks like a Procedure to me. The detailed instructions outline a standardized process the attacker follows.

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Wayne

5 days ago

I believe it's a tactic, because it involves a specific method to achieve a goal.

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Bettina

22 days ago

I agree with Elvera, it sounds like a technique to me.

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Elvera

24 days ago

I think it's a technique.

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Nan

25 days ago

I'd say this is a Tactic. The attacker is employing a series of actions to achieve a specific goal, which is the hallmark of a tactic.

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Kimi

20 hours ago

Yes, the attacker is definitely strategizing their approach.

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Edison

5 days ago

I agree, it seems like a well-thought-out tactic.

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Carlee

1 months ago

Definitely a Technique. The step-by-step process describes a specific method an attacker would use to gain unauthorized access.

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Alpha

18 hours ago

Yes, it's definitely a Technique.

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Janna

19 days ago

A) Technique

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