312-39 Incident Response Practice Question
When dealing with a ransomware incident, why should you prioritize disconnecting the host from the network over immediate rebooting?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Rebooting may cause data loss in volatile memory
Rebooting can cause the ransomware to execute encryption routines or clear volatile memory artifacts needed for forensics.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Rebooting takes too long
Why it's wrong here
Time is not the primary factor; data preservation is.
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Rebooting resets the firewall
Why it's wrong here
Firewalls are network-based, not host-based.
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Rebooting may cause data loss in volatile memory
Why this is correct
Memory contains keys and malicious process artifacts that are lost on reboot.
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Rebooting alerts the attacker
Why it's wrong here
Network traffic is the primary alert mechanism.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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