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220-1102 Practice Question: A security analyst suspects that a workstation is…
This 220-1102 practice question tests your understanding of a security analyst suspects that a workstation is…. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A security analyst suspects that a workstation is infected with a kernel-level rootkit. The workstation is currently running and the analyst needs to preserve evidence for forensic analysis. Which of the following actions should the analyst take FIRST?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Distractor review
Disconnect the workstation from the network
Disconnecting from the network is important to prevent further damage or data exfiltration, but preserving the forensic image first ensures that volatile evidence (e.g., memory contents, running processes) is captured before any network disconnection might alter the system state.
B
Best answer
Create a forensic image of the hard drive
Creating a forensic image preserves the exact state of the hard drive, including the rootkit and any evidence in memory (if a live acquisition tool is used). This is the first and most critical step in forensic analysis.
C
Distractor review
Run a rootkit removal tool
Running a removal tool would modify the system and destroy forensic evidence. The goal of incident response is to first preserve evidence before taking remediation actions.
D
Distractor review
Power off the workstation
Powering off can cause loss of volatile data (memory, network connections) and may damage evidence. Some rootkits are memory-resident; a clean shutdown may trigger anti-forensic measures.
Answer analysis
Why the other options are wrong
Understanding why incorrect options are tempting is as important as knowing the correct answer.
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Disconnect the workstation from the network
Disconnecting from the network is important to prevent further damage or data exfiltration, but preserving the forensic image first ensures that volatile evidence (e.g., memory contents, running processes) is captured before any network disconnection might alter the system state.
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Run a rootkit removal tool
Running a removal tool would modify the system and destroy forensic evidence. The goal of incident response is to first preserve evidence before taking remediation actions.
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Power off the workstation
Powering off can cause loss of volatile data (memory, network connections) and may damage evidence. Some rootkits are memory-resident; a clean shutdown may trigger anti-forensic measures.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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What does this 220-1102 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Create a forensic image of the hard drive — The first step in forensic preservation is to create a bit-for-bit forensic image of the hard drive while the system is running, before any changes occur. This captures the state of the rootkit in memory and on disk. Disconnecting from the network is important but should be done after the image is taken to avoid losing volatile data. Running a removal tool would alter evidence. Powering off may cause loss of volatile data (memory) and can lead to data corruption.
What should I do if I get this 220-1102 question wrong?
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