200-201 Host-Based Analysis Practice Question
During an incident response, a Linux system shows unusual outbound network connections from a process named 'httpd'. The analyst uses 'ss -tlnp' to examine listening sockets. Which column would most likely indicate if the process is malicious?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Process
The 'Process' column in 'ss -tlnp' shows the PID and process name. If the process name is misrepresented or the PID does not match a legitimate httpd, it indicates malicious activity.
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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Local Address:Port
Why it's wrong here
Local address/port show listening endpoint, not process name.
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State
Why it's wrong here
State shows connection state (LISTEN, ESTAB), not process identity.
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Peer Address:Port
Why it's wrong here
Peer address shows remote connection, but not process identity.
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Process
Why this is correct
Correct. The Process column reveals the program name and PID.
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