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350-701 Practice Question: A security analyst notices that a file previously…
A security analyst notices that a file previously marked as 'clean' on an endpoint was later determined to be malicious. Using Cisco Secure Endpoint, which feature allows the analyst to see the propagation of that file across the system and understand its impact?
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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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Device Trajectory
Device Trajectory in Cisco Secure Endpoint provides a timeline of events showing file propagation and system changes, enabling retrospective analysis.
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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IOC scanning
Why it's wrong here
IOC scanning checks for known indicators but does not provide a timeline.
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SHA-256 disposition
Why it's wrong here
SHA-256 disposition is a static classification, not a timeline feature.
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Exploit Prevention
Why it's wrong here
Exploit Prevention blocks memory injection attacks but does not show propagation.
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Device Trajectory
Why this is correct
Device Trajectory shows the timeline of file activity and propagation.
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