Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI v10) — Question 556

A security analyst identifies an influx of network traffic from an IoT HVAC system in a multinational corporation. The corporation is concerned about a possible HVAC attack. What should the security analyst prioritize to mitigate this potential threat?

Answer options

• A. Investigate a possible BlueBorne attack on the IoT devices
• B. Inspect the IoT HVAC system for backdoor access
• C. Validate the IoT HVAC system for a potential DDoS attack
• D. Check for signs of a Rolling Code attack on the IoT HVAC system

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because inspecting the IoT HVAC system for backdoor access directly addresses the concern of unauthorized access, which is a common vulnerability in IoT devices. The other options focus on specific attack vectors that may not be immediately relevant to the increased traffic observed, such as BlueBorne, DDoS, or Rolling Code attacks, which may not necessarily be the source of the current threat.