CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-001) — Question 81

A penetration tester is performing a code review. Which of the following testing techniques is being performed?

Answer options

• A. Dynamic analysis
• B. Fuzzing analysis
• C. Static analysis
• D. Run-time analysis

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Static analysis, as it involves reviewing the code without executing it to identify vulnerabilities. Dynamic analysis, Fuzzing analysis, and Run-time analysis focus on behaviors during execution or input manipulation, which are not applicable during a code review.