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CISM Practice Question: During the detection and analysis phase of…
During the detection and analysis phase of incident response, which two activities are essential? (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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Identifying indicators of compromise.
Options A and E are correct because identifying indicators of compromise and determining the scope of the incident are key activities during the detection and analysis phase. Option C (notifying regulatory bodies) occurs later, typically after containment and eradication. Restoration (B) and patching (D) are part of the recovery phase.
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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Identifying indicators of compromise.
Why this is correct
Correct: Critical for detection.
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Restoring systems from backup.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: Part of recovery phase.
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Notifying regulatory bodies.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: Post-incident activity.
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Applying security patches.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: Part of eradication/recovery.
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Determining the scope of the incident.
Why this is correct
Correct: Essential for analysis.
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