212-89 First Response Practice Question
Which THREE actions should be avoided during the initial response phase to ensure evidence integrity?
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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Installing security patches immediately.
Modifying, destroying, or altering evidence is strictly forbidden during incident response.
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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Encrypting the evidence files.
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is not a standard action during collection; it is better to hash.
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Installing security patches immediately.
Why this is correct
Patches change the state of the system, potentially destroying evidence.
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Shutting down a system without capturing volatile data.
Why this is correct
Shutting down wipes volatile memory evidence.
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Using native system tools that overwrite logs.
Why this is correct
Overwriting logs destroys historical evidence.
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Documenting the initial state of the system.
Why it's wrong here
Documenting is a recommended action.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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