300-215 Question 214
Select 3You are investigating a suspicious file using Cisco ThreatGrid. During your analysis of the ThreatGrid report, which components should you evaluate to determine if the file exhibits malicious behavior?
- A
Network activity details, such as DNS queries and IP connections
- B
File system modifications, including created or deleted files
- C
The visual representation of the code structure
- D
Behavioral indicators, such as registry changes or process spawning
- E
Detailed user account permissions associated with the file
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
Cisco ThreatGrid reports provide insights into suspicious file behavior by highlighting network activity, file system modifications, and behavioral indicators. These components help analysts determine whether a file exhibits malicious characteristics. Focusing on these aspects ensures a thorough evaluation of potential threats.
- A. Correct.
Network activity details, such as DNS queries and IP connections, are critical for identifying any malicious communication attempts or command and control (C2) activity.
- B. Correct.
File system modifications, like created or deleted files, help determine if the file is altering the system in a potentially harmful way.
- C. Incorrect.
The visual representation of the code structure is not directly relevant to analyzing malicious behavior in the ThreatGrid report.
- D. Correct.
Behavioral indicators, such as registry changes or process spawning, are essential for identifying how the file interacts with the system and can reveal malicious intent.
- E. Incorrect.
While user account permissions are useful in certain contexts, ThreatGrid focuses on dynamic analysis of file behavior, and this is not typically a key component in the report.