200-201 Host-Based Analysis Practice Question
A Windows Event Log analysis reveals Event ID 4720 and 4726 occurrences for the same account within a short time. Which TWO actions were performed? (Select 2)
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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User account was deleted
Event ID 4720 indicates account creation, and 4726 indicates account deletion. The rapid creation and deletion may indicate an attempt to avoid detection or create a temporary account.
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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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User account was locked
Why it's wrong here
Account lockout has a different Event ID.
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User account was deleted
Why this is correct
4726 is account deletion.
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Group policy was updated
Why it's wrong here
Group policy updates have different Event IDs.
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User logged on successfully
Why it's wrong here
Successful logon is 4624.
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User account was created
Why this is correct
4720 is account creation.
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