Incident Handling Tools and Technologies

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Which tool is commonly used for network traffic analysis and intrusion detection?

  1. Wireshark

  2. Nmap

  3. Metasploit

  4. Nessus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wireshark is a widely used network protocol analyzer that allows security professionals to capture and analyze network traffic, identify anomalies, and detect potential security threats.

What is the primary function of a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system?

  1. Log aggregation and analysis

  2. Vulnerability scanning

  3. Penetration testing

  4. Malware analysis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A SIEM system collects, aggregates, and analyzes security logs and events from various sources within an organization's network, enabling security teams to detect and respond to security incidents.

Which tool is primarily used for vulnerability assessment and penetration testing?

  1. Nmap

  2. Nessus

  3. Metasploit

  4. Wireshark


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nessus is a popular vulnerability assessment and management tool that scans systems for known vulnerabilities and provides detailed reports, enabling security teams to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities for remediation.

What is the purpose of a honeypot in incident handling?

  1. To attract and deceive attackers

  2. To monitor network traffic

  3. To perform vulnerability assessments

  4. To analyze security logs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A honeypot is a decoy system designed to attract and deceive attackers, allowing security teams to gather information about their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and potentially identify the attackers.

Which tool is commonly used for incident response and remediation?

  1. Metasploit

  2. Splunk

  3. Security Onion

  4. Nessus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Metasploit is a powerful penetration testing and exploitation framework that can be used for incident response and remediation, allowing security teams to exploit vulnerabilities, gain access to compromised systems, and perform post-exploitation activities.

What is the primary function of a Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform?

  1. To automate incident response tasks

  2. To perform vulnerability assessments

  3. To analyze security logs

  4. To detect security incidents


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A SOAR platform automates various incident response tasks, such as triaging incidents, assigning them to appropriate teams, and executing predefined playbooks, enabling security teams to respond to incidents more efficiently and effectively.

Which tool is commonly used for malware analysis and reverse engineering?

  1. IDA Pro

  2. Wireshark

  3. Splunk

  4. Nessus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

IDA Pro (Interactive Disassembler Professional) is a widely used disassembler and debugging tool for malware analysis and reverse engineering, allowing security researchers to analyze the behavior and structure of malicious software.

What is the purpose of a threat intelligence platform (TIP) in incident handling?

  1. To collect and analyze threat intelligence

  2. To perform vulnerability assessments

  3. To automate incident response tasks

  4. To detect security incidents


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A TIP collects, analyzes, and disseminates threat intelligence from various sources, enabling security teams to stay informed about the latest threats, identify potential vulnerabilities, and proactively respond to security incidents.

Which tool is commonly used for endpoint detection and response (EDR)?

  1. CrowdStrike Falcon

  2. Splunk

  3. Security Onion

  4. Metasploit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CrowdStrike Falcon is a popular EDR solution that provides real-time visibility into endpoint activity, detects and responds to threats, and enables security teams to investigate and remediate incidents effectively.

What is the primary function of a vulnerability management system (VMS)?

  1. To identify and prioritize vulnerabilities

  2. To perform penetration testing

  3. To automate incident response tasks

  4. To analyze security logs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A VMS scans systems for vulnerabilities, identifies and prioritizes them based on their severity and potential impact, and provides recommendations for remediation, enabling security teams to focus on the most critical vulnerabilities first.

Which tool is commonly used for digital forensics and incident investigation?

  1. EnCase

  2. Wireshark

  3. Splunk

  4. Nessus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

EnCase is a widely used digital forensics and incident investigation tool that enables security professionals to collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence, reconstruct events, and identify the root cause of security incidents.

What is the purpose of a threat hunting platform in incident handling?

  1. To proactively identify and investigate potential threats

  2. To perform vulnerability assessments

  3. To automate incident response tasks

  4. To detect security incidents


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A threat hunting platform enables security teams to proactively search for and investigate potential threats within their network and systems, allowing them to identify and respond to threats before they can cause significant damage.

Which tool is commonly used for incident triage and prioritization?

  1. Splunk

  2. Security Onion

  3. Jira

  4. Metasploit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Splunk is a popular log management and analysis tool that can be used for incident triage and prioritization, allowing security teams to quickly identify and prioritize security incidents based on their severity, potential impact, and other relevant factors.

What is the primary function of a security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) platform?

  1. To automate incident response tasks

  2. To perform vulnerability assessments

  3. To analyze security logs

  4. To detect security incidents


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A SOAR platform automates various incident response tasks, such as triaging incidents, assigning them to appropriate teams, and executing predefined playbooks, enabling security teams to respond to incidents more efficiently and effectively.

Which tool is commonly used for network intrusion detection and prevention?

  1. Snort

  2. Wireshark

  3. Splunk

  4. Nessus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Snort is a widely used network intrusion detection and prevention system (IDS/IPS) that monitors network traffic for suspicious activity, detects and alerts on potential threats, and can also block or drop malicious traffic.

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