200-201 Network Intrusion Analysis Practice Question
An analyst detects a large outbound FTP transfer from a sensitive server to an external IP address not previously seen. The file being transferred is a compressed archive containing database dumps. Which Cyber Kill Chain phase is most directly indicated?
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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Actions on Objectives
Exfiltration of sensitive data is part of 'Actions on Objectives', where the attacker achieves their goal of stealing data.
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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Installation
Why it's wrong here
Installation is about installing malware, not moving data out.
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C2
Why it's wrong here
C2 is communication with the attacker, not data exfiltration.
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Exploitation
Why it's wrong here
Exploitation is gaining initial access, not stealing data.
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Actions on Objectives
Why this is correct
Exfiltration of data is a key objective in many attacks.
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