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350-701 Practice Question: A security administrator notices that a file…
A security administrator notices that a file initially classified as 'unknown' by Cisco AMP for Endpoints was later determined to be malicious after execution. Which feature allows the administrator to see the file's propagation and impact on endpoints?
⚠ Common exam trap
A common mix-up: candidates confuse SHA-256 Disposition (a static hash-based classification) with the dynamic, behavioral tracking capability of Device Trajectory, leading them to pick Option C when the question asks about propagation and impact over time.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Device Trajectory
Device Trajectory is the correct answer because it provides a chronological timeline of a file's activity across all endpoints, showing its origin, propagation, and actions taken after execution. This feature is specifically designed to visualize the impact and spread of malicious files that were initially unknown but later determined to be malicious by Cisco AMP for Endpoints.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Exploit Prevention
Why it's wrong here
Exploit Prevention focuses on blocking memory injection attacks, not tracking file propagation.
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Endpoint IOC Scanning
Why it's wrong here
IOC scanning checks for indicators of compromise, but does not provide a timeline of file activity.
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SHA-256 Disposition
Why it's wrong here
SHA-256 disposition indicates the file's current classification (clean/malicious/unknown), but not its propagation history.
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Device Trajectory
Why this is correct
Correct. Device Trajectory shows the history of file activity and propagation across endpoints.
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