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After isolating an infected endpoint and collecting volatile memory, the team identifies a malicious browser extension and a scheduled task used for persistence. Which two actions belong in the eradication phase before returning the system to service? Select two.
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
Best answer
Remove the malicious extension and delete the persistence mechanism.
Correct because eradication requires eliminating the malware components that let the attacker survive reboots or user logoff. Removing the extension and scheduled task directly breaks persistence.
B
Best answer
Reimage the host from a trusted gold image after evidence collection.
Correct because reimaging is a valid way to eradicate deeply embedded malware and return the endpoint to a known-good state. It is especially useful when the extent of compromise is uncertain.
C
Distractor review
Restore user files from the most recent backup and reconnect the host immediately.
Incorrect because restoring files is part of recovery, but reconnecting immediately is premature. The host still needs validation and cleanup before rejoining production.
D
Distractor review
Announce the incident to users without changing the host configuration.
Incorrect because awareness alone does not remove the threat. The endpoint remains infected until the malicious code or persistence is removed.
E
Distractor review
Leave the browser extension in place and only change the user password.
Incorrect because password changes do not remove malware from the endpoint. The malicious extension and scheduled task would still be able to reinfect or continue abuse.
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.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Remove the malicious extension and delete the persistence mechanism. — Eradication focuses on removing the malicious components and ensuring the system is no longer compromised. Deleting the malicious extension and scheduled task removes persistence, and reimaging from a trusted gold image provides a clean baseline when the compromise may be broader than the visible artifacts. This phase happens before normal service is restored, because a half-cleaned endpoint can quickly become reinfected. Why others are wrong: Restoring files and reconnecting the host is recovery, not eradication, and should happen only after the system is trusted again. User notifications are important, but they do not remove the threat. Password changes alone do not clean an infected endpoint, so leaving the extension in place would be unsafe.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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