212-89 Incident Handling Process Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are considered 'Legal Considerations' during the Incident Handling process that must be integrated into the response plan?
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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Ensuring compliance with data breach notification statutes
Legal considerations include adhering to privacy regulations (e.g., reporting requirements) and maintaining the integrity of the evidence for potential litigation.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Configuring automated IP blocking on the edge firewall
Why it's wrong here
This is a technical containment action, not a legal consideration.
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Ensuring compliance with data breach notification statutes
Why this is correct
Organizations have a legal duty to notify affected parties and regulators within specific timeframes.
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Updating the organizational server maintenance schedule
Why it's wrong here
This is an administrative maintenance task, not a legal consideration.
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Establishing and maintaining a formal chain of custody for evidence
Why this is correct
The admissibility of evidence in court relies entirely on the legal validity of the chain of custody.
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Running a vulnerability scan on the impacted systems
Why it's wrong here
Vulnerability scanning is a technical diagnostic activity.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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