Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) — Question 72

A SOC analyst is investigating an incident that involves a Linux system that is identifying specific sessions.
Which identifier tracks an active program?

Answer options

• A. application identification number
• B. active process identification number
• C. runtime identification number
• D. process identification number

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, the process identification number, as it specifically identifies each running process in the system. Options A, B, and C do not accurately refer to the standard terminology used in Linux for tracking active programs.