XDR-Analyst Evidence Review And Response Actions Practice Question
Which TWO actions should an analyst take when conducting evidence review for a suspected credential dumping incident? (Choose two)
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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Review command-line arguments for utility tools utilized during the attack
Credential dumping investigations involve analyzing process access telemetry and examining associated endpoint logs.
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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Verify employee cafeteria badge swipe access times
Why it's wrong here
Physical badge swipes do not provide endpoint process API telemetry.
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Check the office HVAC temperature logs
Why it's wrong here
HVAC logs have no bearing on digital forensic investigations.
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Analyze cafeteria point-of-sale receipt records
Why it's wrong here
POS receipt records are retail transactions unrelated to OS credential dumping.
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Review command-line arguments for utility tools utilized during the attack
Why this is correct
Command lines often reveal specific parameters used for dumping credentials or exporting registry hives.
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Inspect process access events targeting LSASS.exe
Why this is correct
LSASS targeting is the hallmark of credential dumping techniques like Mimikatz.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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