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The SecOps Group Exam CNSP Topic 5 Question 1 Discussion

Actual exam question for The SecOps Group's CNSP exam
Question #: 1
Topic #: 5
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The Active Directory database file stores the data and schema information for the Active Directory database on domain controllers in Microsoft Windows operating systems. Which of the following file is the Active Directory database file?

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Suggested Answer: D

The Active Directory (AD) database on Windows domain controllers contains critical directory information, stored in a specific file format.

Why D is correct: The NTDS.DIT file (NT Directory Services Directory Information Tree) is the Active Directory database file, located in C:WindowsNTDS on domain controllers. It stores all AD objects (users, groups, computers) and schema data in a hierarchical structure. CNSP identifies NTDS.DIT as the key file for AD data extraction in security audits.

Why other options are incorrect:

A . NTDS.DAT: Not a valid AD database file; may be a confusion with other system files.

B . NTDS.MDB: Refers to an older Microsoft Access database format, not used for AD.

C . MSAD.MDB: Not a recognized file for AD; likely a misnomer.


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Shenika
2 months ago
Of course, NTDS.DIT is the Active Directory database file. I can't believe anyone would think it's anything else.
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Val
1 months ago
Yes, NTDS.DIT is the correct file for the Active Directory database.
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Rhea
1 months ago
I agree, NTDS.DIT is definitely the Active Directory database file.
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Adell
2 months ago
Haha, MSAD.MDB? Sounds like someone made that one up. NTDS.DIT is the way to go.
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Lourdes
2 months ago
I agree with Kimberlie, NTDS.DIT is the correct file for the Active Directory database.
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Kimberlie
2 months ago
Hmm, that makes sense. But I still think it's NTDS.DIT because it's commonly used in Windows operating systems.
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Micah
2 months ago
NTDS.DIT is the right choice. I remember learning about this in my Active Directory administration course.
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Yes, NTDS.DIT is the file that stores the data and schema information for Active Directory.
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Inocencia
2 days ago
I agree, NTDS.DIT is the correct file for the Active Directory database.
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Raul
4 days ago
It's important to understand the role of NTDS.DIT in maintaining the Active Directory database.
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Jaime
21 days ago
I always make sure to back up the NTDS.DIT file regularly to prevent any data loss.
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Sharee
25 days ago
I also learned about NTDS.DIT in my Active Directory administration course.
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Olive
26 days ago
Yes, NTDS.DIT is the file that stores the data and schema information for Active Directory.
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Karan
27 days ago
Yes, NTDS.DIT is the file that stores the data and schema information for Active Directory.
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Aracelis
27 days ago
NTDS.DIT is the correct file for the Active Directory database.
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Jolene
1 months ago
I agree, NTDS.DIT is the correct file for the Active Directory database.
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Jamal
2 months ago
I believe it is NTDS.DAT because that's where the data and schema information is stored.
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Kimberlie
2 months ago
I think the Active Directory database file is NTDS.DIT.
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Gwenn
2 months ago
The Active Directory database file is NTDS.DIT, not NTDS.DAT or NTDS.MDB. This is clearly the correct answer.
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Patti
1 months ago
D) NTDS.DIT
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Belen
1 months ago
C) MSAD.MDB
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Azzie
1 months ago
B) NTDS.MDB
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Bok
2 months ago
D) NTDS.DIT
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Glory
2 months ago
A) NTDS.DAT
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Elinore
2 months ago
C) MSAD.MDB
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Tora
2 months ago
B) NTDS.MDB
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Jerry
2 months ago
A) NTDS.DAT
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