CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004) — Question 308

During a network defense engagement, a red team is able to edit the following registry key:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders

Which of the following tools is the red team using to perform this action?

Answer options

• A. PowerShell
• B. SCAP scanner
• C. Network vulnerability scanner
• D. Fuzzer

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is PowerShell, as it is a powerful scripting language and command-line shell that allows for manipulation of the Windows registry. The other options, such as SCAP scanners and network vulnerability scanners, are designed for assessing security rather than making changes to the registry, while fuzzers are used for testing software for vulnerabilities rather than modifying system settings.