212-89 Malware Incidents Practice Question
When analyzing a potentially malicious script, which THREE of the following techniques help in deobfuscating the code?
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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Decrypting embedded strings
Static code analysis, string decryption, and executing in a controlled emulator help to reveal the underlying intent of obfuscated scripts.
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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Renaming the file extension to .txt
Why it's wrong here
This does not deobfuscate the content.
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Running the script as an administrator
Why it's wrong here
This is dangerous and does not aid in deobfuscation.
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Decrypting embedded strings
Why this is correct
Malware often hides C2 URLs or commands in encrypted strings.
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Using an emulator for script execution
Why this is correct
Emulation allows safe execution to see what the script does.
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Manual code tracing in a debugger
Why this is correct
Tracing allows the analyst to follow the logic flow.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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