CertNexus Certified Cyber Secure Coder (CSC) — Question 13

After successfully enumerating the target, the hacker determines that the victim is using a firewall. Which of the following techniques would allow the hacker to bypass the intrusion prevention system (IPS)?

Answer options

• A. Stealth scanning
• B. Xmas scanning
• C. FINS scanning
• D. Port scanning

Correct answer: C

Explanation

FINS scanning is specifically designed to evade detection by intrusion prevention systems, making it the correct choice for bypassing firewalls. In contrast, stealth scanning, Xmas scanning, and port scanning are more likely to be detected by an IPS due to their more recognizable patterns of behavior.