SPLK-5001 Cyber Landscape And Industry Frameworks Practice Question
Which of the following best describes the goal of the 'Exploitation' phase in the Cyber Kill Chain?
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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Executing code to take advantage of a vulnerability.
The Exploitation phase involves the attacker taking advantage of a vulnerability to gain access to the system.
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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Establishing a persistent connection to the attacker.
Why it's wrong here
This describes the 'Command and Control' phase.
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Executing code to take advantage of a vulnerability.
Why this is correct
This is the definition of exploitation.
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Exfiltrating sensitive company data.
Why it's wrong here
This describes the 'Actions on Objectives' phase.
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Gathering information about the target.
Why it's wrong here
This describes the 'Reconnaissance' phase.
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