CompTIA PenTest+ (PT1-002) — Question 102

A new security firm is onboarding its first client. The client only allowed testing over the weekend and needed the results Monday morning. However, the assessment team was not able to access the environment as expected until Monday. Which of the following should the security company have acquired BEFORE the start of the assessment?

Answer options

• A. A signed statement of work
• B. The correct user accounts and associated passwords
• C. The expected time frame of the assessment
• D. The proper emergency contacts for the client

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because having proper emergency contacts is crucial for resolving access issues quickly during the assessment. Options A, B, and C, while important, do not directly address the immediate need for access to the environment, which was critical for the success of the testing within the limited time frame.