200-201 Host-Based Analysis Practice Question
An analyst is reviewing Windows Event Logs and finds Event ID 4648. What does this event typically 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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A logon using explicit credentials
Event ID 4648 indicates that a logon was attempted using explicit credentials, meaning a user supplied credentials to run a program or access a resource.
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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A failed logon attempt
Why it's wrong here
Failed logon is Event ID 4625.
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An account creation event
Why it's wrong here
Account creation is Event ID 4720.
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A successful logon event
Why it's wrong here
Successful logon is Event ID 4624.
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A logon using explicit credentials
Why this is correct
4648 is logged when a process attempts to log on using explicit credentials.
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