212-89 Email Incidents Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are valid methods to identify a malicious attachment?
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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Performing behavioral analysis in a sandbox
Analyzing file hashes against threat intelligence and performing behavioral analysis in a sandbox are valid methods.
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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Forwarding the email to the entire company
Why it's wrong here
Extremely dangerous.
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Performing behavioral analysis in a sandbox
Why this is correct
Effective for unknown malware.
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Checking the file hash against a known threat database
Why this is correct
Effective for known malware.
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Opening the attachment on a personal device
Why it's wrong here
Highly dangerous.
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Deleting the attachment based on its size
Why it's wrong here
Size is not a reliable indicator.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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