CCOA Adversarial Tactics Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are considered 'Defense Evasion' techniques?
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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Masquerading
Clearing logs and masquerading as a legitimate process are used to avoid detection.
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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Masquerading
Why this is correct
Masking files hides them from security tools.
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Account manipulation
Why it's wrong here
This is persistence.
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Data staging
Why it's wrong here
This is collection.
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Indicator removal on host (clear logs)
Why this is correct
Removing logs helps evade detection.
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Remote service creation
Why it's wrong here
This is persistence.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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