200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
A security analyst is reviewing network logs and identifies several failed login attempts followed by a successful login from an unusual geographic location. Which TWO security concepts are most directly related to this scenario? (Choose two.)
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Why each option matters
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Exploit
The failed attempts indicate an active attempt to exploit a vulnerability (threat), and the unusual location suggests unauthorized access (exploitation).
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Exploit
Why this is correct
The successful login from an unusual location suggests an exploit was successful.
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Non-repudiation
Why it's wrong here
Non-repudiation is about preventing denial of actions, not directly related.
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Threat
Why this is correct
The failed logins represent a threat actor attempting access.
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Risk
Why it's wrong here
Risk is a broader measure; the specific event is more about threat and exploit.
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Vulnerability
Why it's wrong here
A vulnerability is a weakness; the scenario shows an attempt to exploit, not the weakness itself.
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