Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) — Question 78

In which phase of Lockheed Martin's – Cyber Kill Chain Methodology, adversary creates a deliverable malicious payload using an exploit and a backdoor?

Answer options

• A. Reconnaissance
• B. Delivery
• C. Weaponization
• D. Exploitation

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Weaponization, as this is the phase where the attacker creates a malicious payload that combines an exploit and a backdoor. Options A, B, and D are incorrect because Reconnaissance involves gathering information, Delivery is about sending the payload, and Exploitation refers to executing the payload on the target system.