312-85 Cyber Threats And Attack Frameworks Practice Question
An adversary uses a custom script to modify 'HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run'. Which MITRE ATT&CK technique is this?
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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T1547.001: Registry Run Keys
Modifying Run keys is a standard method for achieving persistence on Windows systems, mapped to T1547.001.
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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T1003: OS Credential Dumping
Why it's wrong here
This is for stealing credentials.
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T1059.001: PowerShell
Why it's wrong here
PowerShell is the tool, but the technique is persistence.
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T1547.001: Registry Run Keys
Why this is correct
T1547.001 specifically covers persistence via Run keys.
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T1021: Remote Services
Why it's wrong here
This is for moving through the network.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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