CCOA Incident Detection And Response Practice Question
When conducting digital forensics on a volatile memory dump using the Volatility Framework, which TWO plugins would be most effective in identifying malicious kernel-mode rootkits?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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ssdt
ssdt and modules are critical for identifying hooking and unauthorized kernel objects.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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pslist
Why it's wrong here
This lists processes but does not reveal kernel-mode hooking.
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ssdt
Why this is correct
The System Service Descriptor Table plugin detects hooks, which are a common rootkit technique.
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hashdump
Why it's wrong here
This extracts password hashes, which is for credential analysis, not rootkit detection.
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modules
Why this is correct
This lists loaded kernel modules, helping identify hidden or unsigned drivers used by rootkits.
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hivelist
Why it's wrong here
This lists registry hives, which is used for persistent analysis, not rootkit detection in memory.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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