Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) — Question 322

An analyst received an alert on their desktop computer showing that an attack was successful on the host. After investigating, the analyst discovered that no mitigation action occurred during the attack. What is the reason for this discrepancy?

Answer options

• A. The computer has a HIPS installed on it.
• B. The computer has a NIPS installed on it.
• C. The computer has a HIDS installed on it.
• D. The computer has a NIDS installed on it.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as a Host Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) monitors and alerts on suspicious activity but does not take active mitigation measures. In contrast, HIPS (A) can prevent attacks, NIPS (B) protects the network but not the host directly, and NIDS (D) monitors the network traffic and does not directly protect the host.