212-89 Network Incidents Practice Question
You are analyzing a PCAP file to detect 'Pass-the-Hash' activity. Which SMB message type should you specifically look for in the NTLM authentication exchange?
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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NTLMSSP_AUTH
NTLM authentication exchanges often show up in SMBv1 or SMBv2/3 negotiate/session setup requests, specifically looking for NTLMSSP structures.
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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SMB_COM_OPEN
Why it's wrong here
This is a file access request, not part of the authentication handshake.
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NTLMSSP_NEGOTIATE
Why it's wrong here
This is the initial handshake, not the credential submission.
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NTLMSSP_AUTH
Why this is correct
This message contains the hashed credentials being passed.
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SMB_COM_TREE_CONNECT
Why it's wrong here
This relates to sharing resources, not the auth process itself.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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