CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) — Question 800

Which of the following BEST explains the reason why a server administrator would place a document named password.txt on the desktop of an administrator account on a server?

Answer options

• A. The document is a honeyfile and is meant to attract the attention of a cyberintruder.
• B. The document is a backup file if the system needs to be recovered.
• C. The document is a standard file that the OS needs to verify the login credentials.
• D. The document is a keylogger that stores all keystrokes should the account be compromised.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, indicates that the file is intentionally placed to attract cyber intruders, serving as a trap. Options B and C are incorrect because a backup file or a system verification file would not typically be placed on a desktop in such a manner. Option D is also wrong as a keylogger would not be named password.txt and would serve a different purpose.