Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v11) — Question 361

Leverox Solutions hired Arnold, a security professional, for the threat intelligence process. Arnold collected information about specific threats against the organization. From this information, he retrieved contextual information about security events and incidents that helped him disclose potential risks and gain insight into attacker methodologies. He collected the information from sources such as humans, social media, and chat rooms as well as from events that resulted in cyberattacks. In this process, he also prepared a report that includes identified malicious activities, recommended courses of action, and warnings for emerging attacks.
What is the type of threat intelligence collected by Arnold in the above scenario?

Answer options

• A. Strategic threat intelligence
• B. Operational threat intelligence
• C. Technical threat intelligence
• D. Tactical threat intelligence

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Operational threat intelligence, as it involves information that helps understand ongoing threats and their implications for the organization. The other options are incorrect because Strategic threat intelligence focuses on long-term trends, Technical threat intelligence deals with specific vulnerabilities and exploits, and Tactical threat intelligence refers to immediate actions against threats rather than broader operational insights.