Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) — Question 275

What are indicators of attack?

Answer options

• A. large numbers of requests for the same file
• B. multiple log ins from different regions
• C. swells in database read volume
• D. suspicious registry or system file changes

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, identifies changes to the registry or system files as a clear indicator of potential malicious activity. The other options, while they could suggest unusual behavior, do not specifically point to direct signs of an attack as strongly as option D does.