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ISC2 CC Practice Question: A security analyst is configuring an intrusion…
A security analyst is configuring an intrusion detection system (IDS) to detect SQL injection attacks. Which method is most effective?
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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Examine HTTP request parameters for SQL commands
Examining HTTP request parameters for SQL commands directly detects SQL injection attempts. The other options are unrelated or less effective.
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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Analyze DNS query patterns
Why it's wrong here
DNS analysis may detect other attacks but not SQL injection.
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Detect port scans from external IPs
Why it's wrong here
Port scans are not directly indicative of SQL injection.
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Examine HTTP request parameters for SQL commands
Why this is correct
This directly identifies SQL injection payloads in web requests.
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Monitor bandwidth usage for spikes
Why it's wrong here
Bandwidth spikes are not specific to SQL injection.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
SQL
SQL is a standard programming language used to manage, query, and manipulate relational databases by issuing commands like SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE.
Key term
Detection
Detection is the process of identifying potential security incidents or anomalies by analyzing system data, logs, and network traffic.
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