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EDR flags encoded PowerShell launched by a spreadsheet application and an outbound HTTPS connection to a rare domain. Which two response actions are best to take from the EDR console first? 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
Isolate the endpoint from the network through the EDR platform
Isolation limits lateral movement and command-and-control traffic while preserving the host for investigation.
B
Best answer
Collect a triage package or memory snapshot before remediation, if supported
A triage package preserves useful artifacts without immediately destroying evidence during cleanup.
C
Distractor review
Uninstall the spreadsheet application immediately
Removing the application does not stop active malicious activity and can interfere with evidence collection.
D
Distractor review
Reboot the endpoint to clear the suspicious script
Rebooting may destroy volatile evidence and is not the best first containment step.
E
Distractor review
Wait for a second alert before taking any action
Waiting increases the chance of spread, data theft, or further malware execution.
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: Isolate the endpoint from the network through the EDR platform — The best first EDR actions are to isolate the endpoint and, if supported, collect a triage package or memory snapshot. Isolation quickly cuts off communication with the suspicious external host and reduces the chance of lateral movement. A triage package preserves volatile and contextual data for later analysis, which helps determine how the PowerShell was launched and what the system touched. These two actions balance containment with evidence preservation. Why others are wrong: Uninstalling the spreadsheet application is not immediate containment and can damage forensic value. Rebooting may erase the live indicators the analyst needs to understand the attack. Waiting for more alerts gives the attacker more time. In a suspected execution-and-command scenario, fast containment plus evidence preservation is the right operational priority.
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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