350-701 Security Concepts Practice Question
A security analyst is investigating a malware outbreak. Analysis reveals a remote access trojan (RAT) that communicates with a command-and-control (C2) server. Which TWO behaviors are typical of a RAT? (Choose two.)
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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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Logs keystrokes and captures credentials
RATs provide remote control, often allowing data exfiltration and keystroke logging. Ransomware encrypts files, and botnets perform DDoS; those are not typical RAT behaviors.
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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Encrypts files and demands ransom
Why it's wrong here
That is ransomware behavior.
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Steals sensitive data from the system
Why it's wrong here
While some RATs may steal data, it is not a defining behavior; data theft is common but not always present.
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Logs keystrokes and captures credentials
Why this is correct
Many RATs include keylogging functionality.
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Performs distributed denial-of-service attacks
Why it's wrong here
DDoS is typical of botnets, not necessarily RATs.
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Allows remote control of the infected system
Why this is correct
RATs provide remote access capabilities.
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