Question 1hardmulti select
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A server is suspected of being used for lateral movement after the SOC notices dozens of failed SSH logons, then a successful login from a new source IP, followed by new outbound SMB connections to internal hosts. The system is still running. Which two items should be collected first before any reboot or remediation? 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
A current list of logged-in users and active sessions, because it shows who has access right now.
Active session information is volatile and can disappear on reboot. It helps identify whether a legitimate user, compromised account, or attacker shell is currently present on the server. That makes it one of the highest-value items to capture first.
B
Best answer
Live network connection information, because it shows current remote targets and suspicious channels.
Live connection data can reveal command-and-control paths, internal spread, and the systems the server is talking to right now. Since the scenario includes outbound SMB activity, capturing this volatile evidence is critical before shutdown or remediation changes the picture.
C
Distractor review
The server’s warranty status, because hardware replacement may be needed later.
Warranty information may be useful for operations, but it has no direct value for preserving volatile evidence in a suspected compromise. It does not help reconstruct attacker actions or live connections.
D
Distractor review
A fresh operating system patch, because updating quickly reduces all risk.
Patching may be part of recovery, but it changes the system state and can destroy evidence before it is captured. The priority here is preserving live data, not immediately modifying the host.
E
Distractor review
A user satisfaction survey, because affected staff can describe what they noticed.
User statements can assist the investigation later, but they are not a substitute for collecting volatile host data. The first priority is preserving technical evidence that will vanish if the server is restarted.
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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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: A current list of logged-in users and active sessions, because it shows who has access right now. — The two highest-priority items are the active session list and the live network connection information. Both are volatile and likely to disappear after reboot, yet they provide immediate insight into who is logged on and where the server is communicating. Because the server may be involved in lateral movement, these sources are especially valuable for understanding the current attack state before any remediation begins. Why others are wrong: Warranty details, new patches, and user surveys may help with later administrative work or context gathering, but they do not preserve volatile evidence. Patching a live suspect server is especially risky because it changes the system state and may erase the very clues the investigation needs.
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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