200-201 Host-Based Analysis Practice Question
A Windows system's security log shows Event ID 4720 followed by 4726 for the same username within minutes. What does this sequence indicate?
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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An account was created and then deleted, possibly for short-term unauthorized access.
Event 4720 is account creation, 4726 is deletion; rapid sequence suggests temporary account used for malicious activity.
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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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A user changed their password.
Why it's wrong here
Password change is Event ID 4723/4724.
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The account was successfully logged on.
Why it's wrong here
Logon is Event ID 4624.
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A group membership was changed.
Why it's wrong here
Group changes have different event IDs (e.g., 4728, 4732).
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An account was created and then deleted, possibly for short-term unauthorized access.
Why this is correct
Account creation then deletion is suspicious and indicative of a throwaway account.
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