Cisco Exam 200-201 Topic 3 Question 95 Discussion

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Question #: 95
Topic #: 3

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Which action matches the weaponization step of the Cyber Kill Chain Model?

ADevelop a specific malware to exploit a vulnerable server, i

BMatch a known script to a vulnerability.

CConstruct a trojan and deliver l! to the victim.

DScan open services and ports on a server.

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Suggested Answer: A

The weaponization step in the Cyber Kill Chain Model involves the creation or use of a specific weapon (malware, exploit) designed to leverage a vulnerability.

This phase follows the reconnaissance phase where the attacker gathers information and precedes the delivery phase where the weapon is delivered to the target.

Developing specific malware to exploit a vulnerable server is a precise example of weaponization.

Lockheed Martin Cyber Kill Chain Model

Understanding the Weaponization Phase in Cyber Attacks

Steps in the Cyber Kill Chain

by Julene at Sep 16, 2024, 01:43 PM

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Valentine

7 months ago

I'm gonna have to go with B on this one. Gotta 'construct' that malware... kinda like building a house, but with more 'cyber' and less 'hammer.'

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Beckie

7 months ago

Option B all the way! It's like they say, 'the best defense is a good offense... and a really well-crafted piece of malware.'

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Deangelo

6 months ago

User 3: That's right, that's the weaponization step of the Cyber Kill Chain Model.

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Long

6 months ago

User 2: Construct the appropriate malware and deliver it to the victim.

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Steffanie

6 months ago

Option B all the way! It's like they say, 'the best defense is a good offense... and a really well-crafted piece of malware.'

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Tammara

7 months ago

Hmm, I'd say D is the way to go. Researching the vulnerability is key before you can even think about weaponizing it.

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Sabra

6 months ago

D) Research data on a specific vulnerability

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Kent

7 months ago

C) Test and construct the appropriate malware to launch the attack

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Tula

7 months ago

B) Construct the appropriate malware and deliver it to the victim.

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Noe

7 months ago

A) Scan a host to find open ports and vulnerabilities

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Quinn

7 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think D) Research data on a specific vulnerability could also be a valid option.

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Xuan

7 months ago

I'm going with C on this one. Can't launch the attack without properly testing the malware first, right?

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Geoffrey

7 months ago

I agree with Geoffrey. Without properly testing the malware, the attack may not be successful. C seems like the best option.

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Lawrence

7 months ago

I see your point, but I still believe C is the correct choice. Testing and constructing the malware is crucial before launching the attack.

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Nakisha

7 months ago

I think B is the right answer. You need to construct and deliver the malware to the victim to weaponize it.

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Celestina

7 months ago

I disagree, I believe the correct answer is C) Test and construct the appropriate malware to launch the attack.

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Sherell

8 months ago

Option B sounds like the best match to me. Gotta get that malware delivered to the victim for the attack to work!

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Precious

7 months ago

Yeah, without getting the malware to the victim, the attack wouldn't be successful.

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Jeniffer

7 months ago

I agree, delivering the malware is a crucial step in the Cyber Kill Chain Model.

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Audria

8 months ago

I think the answer is B) Construct the appropriate malware and deliver it to the victim.

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