200-201 Network Intrusion Analysis Practice Question
An analyst is monitoring network traffic and observes a host making outbound HTTPS connections to a domain that appears to be generated by a Domain Generation Algorithm (DGA). Which phase of the Cyber Kill Chain best describes this activity?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Command and Control (C2)
After installation, the malware contacts C2 servers to receive commands. DGA domains are used for C2 communication.
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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 comes before C2.
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Command and Control (C2)
Why this is correct
Correct. DGA domains are used to locate C2 servers.
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Actions on Objectives
Why it's wrong here
Actions on objectives is the final phase after C2.
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Exploitation
Why it's wrong here
Exploitation is the initial compromise.
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