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350-701 Practice Question: A security analyst notices that a file initially…
A security analyst notices that a file initially deemed 'unknown' by Cisco AMP for Endpoints was later reclassified as 'malicious'. The analyst needs to investigate the propagation of this file across endpoints. Which Cisco AMP feature provides a timeline view of file activity and spread?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between a static file attribute (SHA-256 disposition) and a dynamic forensic tool (Device Trajectory), leading candidates to confuse the file's classification with the ability to track its spread over time.
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Device Trajectory
Device Trajectory is the correct feature because it provides a timeline view of a file's activity across endpoints, including its origin, propagation, and subsequent actions. When Cisco AMP for Endpoints reclassifies a file from 'unknown' to 'malicious', Device Trajectory allows the analyst to trace the file's spread and interactions on each affected endpoint, enabling a thorough investigation of the infection chain.
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Device Trajectory
Why this is correct
Device Trajectory shows a chronological sequence of events related to a file, including its movement and impact.
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SHA-256 disposition
Why it's wrong here
SHA-256 disposition indicates the file verdict (clean/malicious/unknown) but does not provide propagation history.
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Exploit Prevention
Why it's wrong here
Exploit Prevention protects against memory injection but does not provide file history.
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IOC scanning
Why it's wrong here
IOC scanning checks for indicators of compromise but does not track file propagation.
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