- A
Monitoring for installation of third-party software on endpoints.
Why wrong: Incorrect: Monitoring third-party software installation is not relevant to LotL attacks, which use built-in tools.
- B
Hunting for WMI activity using Event ID 5861 and correlating with process creation events.
Correct: WMI activity (Event ID 5861) correlated with process creation is a common LotL lateral movement technique.
- C
Tracking non-interactive logon sessions (Logon Type 5).
Why wrong: Incorrect: Non-interactive logon sessions (Logon Type 5) are typical for services and not specific to LotL attacks.
- D
Analyzing PowerShell script block logs (Event ID 4104) for encoded commands or unusual parameters.
Correct: PowerShell script block logs (Event ID 4104) detect encoded or unusual parameters indicative of LotL.
- E
Correlating remote service creation events (Event ID 7045) with network connections from administrative tools.
Correct: Correlating remote service creation (Event ID 7045) with network connections from administrative tools reveals LotL behavior.
SC-200 Perform threat hunting Practice Question
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of perform threat hunting. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Which THREE techniques are effective for hunting for living-off-the-land (LotL) attacks using Microsoft Sentinel?
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
Hunting for WMI activity using Event ID 5861 and correlating with process creation events.
Living-off-the-land (LotL) attacks use native system tools to avoid detection. The correct techniques are: B - WMI activity (Event ID 5861) indicates lateral movement when correlated with process creation; D - PowerShell script block logs (Event ID 4104) reveal encoded or obfuscated commands; E - remote service creation (Event ID 7045) paired with admin tool network connections points to PsExec-like abuse. Option A is incorrect because installing third-party software is not a LotL technique; LotL relies on built-in tools. Option C is incorrect because non-interactive logon sessions (Logon Type 5) are typical for services and not specific to LotL attacks.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Monitoring for installation of third-party software on endpoints.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: Monitoring third-party software installation is not relevant to LotL attacks, which use built-in tools.
- ✓
Hunting for WMI activity using Event ID 5861 and correlating with process creation events.
Why this is correct
Correct: WMI activity (Event ID 5861) correlated with process creation is a common LotL lateral movement technique.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Tracking non-interactive logon sessions (Logon Type 5).
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: Non-interactive logon sessions (Logon Type 5) are typical for services and not specific to LotL attacks.
- ✓
Analyzing PowerShell script block logs (Event ID 4104) for encoded commands or unusual parameters.
Why this is correct
Correct: PowerShell script block logs (Event ID 4104) detect encoded or unusual parameters indicative of LotL.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Correlating remote service creation events (Event ID 7045) with network connections from administrative tools.
Why this is correct
Correct: Correlating remote service creation (Event ID 7045) with network connections from administrative tools reveals LotL behavior.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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How this comes up in practice
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Perform threat hunting — This question tests Perform threat hunting — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Hunting for WMI activity using Event ID 5861 and correlating with process creation events. — Living-off-the-land (LotL) attacks use native system tools to avoid detection. The correct techniques are: B - WMI activity (Event ID 5861) indicates lateral movement when correlated with process creation; D - PowerShell script block logs (Event ID 4104) reveal encoded or obfuscated commands; E - remote service creation (Event ID 7045) paired with admin tool network connections points to PsExec-like abuse. Option A is incorrect because installing third-party software is not a LotL technique; LotL relies on built-in tools. Option C is incorrect because non-interactive logon sessions (Logon Type 5) are typical for services and not specific to LotL attacks.
What should I do if I get this SC-200 question wrong?
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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