Question 1mediummultiple choice
Full question →mediummultiple choiceObjective-mapped
Exhibit
EDR timeline - WS-224 11:07 User opened invoice.docm 11:08 winword.exe spawned powershell.exe -enc <redacted> 11:09 PowerShell created C:\ProgramData\updater.vbs 11:10 Scheduled task 'UpdaterSvc' created to run at logon 11:12 Outbound connection blocked to 203.0.113.77:8443 11:14 Host isolated from the network 11:16 Memory capture completed Analyst note: The workstation was used for finance approvals during the last hour. No other hosts have shown the same indicators yet.
Based on the exhibit, which action should the incident response team take next to eradicate the threat?
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
Return the workstation to the user since the outbound connection was blocked.
Blocking one outbound connection does not remove persistence or confirm the system is clean. The exhibit shows script-based activity and a scheduled task, both of which can remain active even after network containment. Returning the device now would risk reinfection or continued compromise.
B
Distractor review
Delete only the scheduled task and reconnect the host to monitor for more alerts.
Removing one artifact is too narrow when the evidence suggests a broader compromise. The PowerShell payload created a script file and a scheduled task, so there may be additional persistence, credential theft, or payload changes. Reconnecting the host early increases the chance of further impact.
C
Best answer
Reimage the endpoint from a known-good build and reset potentially exposed credentials.
The logs show a likely malicious macro, encoded PowerShell, a dropped script, and persistence through a scheduled task. That combination indicates a high-confidence compromise with uncertain scope. Reimaging removes hidden persistence more reliably than piecemeal cleanup, and credential resets are appropriate because finance activity occurred on the device and credentials may have been captured.
D
Distractor review
Close the incident because memory capture has already preserved the evidence.
Preserving evidence is only one step in the process. The team still needs eradication and recovery actions before the incident can be closed. The host remains compromised until the malicious code and persistence mechanisms are removed and exposed credentials are addressed.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: NAT rules depend on direction and matching traffic
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
- PAT allows many inside hosts to share one public address using ports.
- Inside local and inside global describe the private and translated addresses.
- NAT ACLs identify traffic for translation, not always security filtering.
TExam Day Tips
- Identify inside and outside interfaces first.
- Check whether the scenario needs static NAT, dynamic NAT or PAT.
- Do not confuse NAT matching ACLs with normal packet-filtering intent.
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Question 2
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Reimage the endpoint from a known-good build and reset potentially exposed credentials. — The best next step is to reimage the endpoint from a trusted source and reset any credentials that may have been exposed. The exhibit shows a macro-delivered payload, encoded PowerShell, a dropped script, and a scheduled task used for persistence. Those indicators make manual cleanup risky because hidden components may remain. Since the device was used for finance approvals, credential hygiene is also important after containment and evidence collection. Why others are wrong: Option A mistakes network containment for full eradication. Option B is too limited because it removes only one persistence mechanism and ignores the broader compromise. Option D ends the incident prematurely; evidence capture supports investigation, but it does not eliminate the threat. The correct response balances eradication, credential protection, and recovery from a trusted baseline.
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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