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350-701 Practice Question: During a security incident, a SOC analyst notices…
During a security incident, a SOC analyst notices that a malicious file was executed on an endpoint. Using Cisco AMP for Endpoints, which feature should the analyst use to visualize the file's propagation and activities across the network 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 provides a timeline view of file and process activities on an endpoint, showing how a file propagated and what actions it performed, which is crucial for incident investigation.
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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Orbital Advanced Search
Why it's wrong here
Orbital is a live search and investigation tool, but Device Trajectory specifically provides a visual timeline of file propagation.
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IOC Scan
Why it's wrong here
IOC Scan checks for known indicators but does not provide a visual timeline of propagation.
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Device Trajectory
Why this is correct
Correct. Device Trajectory shows a chronological view of file events, including propagation and behavior.
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File Reputation Lookup
Why it's wrong here
File Reputation provides a disposition but not a timeline of activities.
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