CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) — Question 148

When planning a penetration-testing effort, clearly expressing the rules surrounding the optimal time of day for test execution is important because:

Answer options

• A. security compliance regulations or laws may be violated.
• B. testing can make detecting actual APT more challenging.
• C. testing adds to the workload of defensive cyber- and threat-hunting teams.
• D. business and network operations may be impacted.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Specifying the optimal time for penetration testing is essential to minimize disruption to business and network operations, which can be adversely affected during testing. While other options address important concerns, they do not directly relate to the immediate impact on operational activities, making D the most relevant choice.