Certified Network Defender (CND) — Question 33

You are monitoring your network traffic with the Wireshark utility and noticed that your network is experiencing a large amount of traffic from a certain region. You suspect a DoS incident on the network. What will be your first reaction as a first responder?

Answer options

• A. Avoid Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt
• B. Communicate the incident
• C. Make an initial assessment
• D. Disable Virus Protection

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct first response is to avoid Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt (A) to ensure a calm and rational approach to the situation. Communicating the incident (B) and making an initial assessment (C) are important steps but should follow maintaining composure. Disabling Virus Protection (D) is generally not advisable as it could expose the network to further threats.