212-89 First Response Practice Question
Which TWO actions are recommended for evidence preservation in a digital incident?
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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Calculate cryptographic hashes for all collected files.
Hashing ensures integrity, and chain of custody ensures legal admissibility.
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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Reboot the system to clear temporary files.
Why it's wrong here
Rebooting destroys evidence.
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Calculate cryptographic hashes for all collected files.
Why this is correct
Hashing is the standard for ensuring evidence integrity.
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Modify file permissions to prevent further access.
Why it's wrong here
Modifying permissions alters the evidence state.
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Maintain a formal chain of custody log for all evidence.
Why this is correct
CoC documentation is required to ensure evidence is admissible in court.
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Delete all temporary logs to save space.
Why it's wrong here
Logs are vital evidence.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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