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Incident Response Capability

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Incident Response Capability measures an organization's preparedness and effectiveness in responding to cybersecurity incidents. It involves the creation and testing of incident response plans, training relevant personnel, establishing communications with relevant stakeholders, and continuously imp…

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Question 1

During an incident, your organization discovered a new and evasive malware. Which of the following steps should be prioritized when dealing with this malware?

Correct Answer: Capture and analyze the malware

Capturing and analyzing the malware should be the first priority, as this will help in understanding how to contain and eradicate it effectively. The other options may result in unnecessary downtime, overreaction, or a focus on the wrong aspect of the incident.

Question 2

A major data breach has occurred in your organization, and immediate action is required. Which of the following Incident Response Capability steps should be taken first?

Correct Answer: Containment

In Incident Response Capability, containment is the first step after an incident has been identified. Containing the incident limits its impact and prevents further damage. The other options occur later in the process or are part of incident management planning.

Question 3

After a ransomware attack, you managed to recover all data without paying the ransom. Which of the following should be the next step in your Incident Response process?

Correct Answer: Perform root cause analysis

After recovery, performing root cause analysis is crucial to prevent future ransomware attacks. The other options may not directly address how the attack occurred or may be unnecessary and costly.

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