Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v12) — Question 196

In the process of setting up a lab for malware analysis, a cybersecurity analyst is tasked to establish a secure environment using a sheep dip computer. The analyst must prepare the testbed while adhering to best practices. Which of the following steps should the analyst avoid when configuring the environment?

Answer options

• A. Installing malware analysis tools on the guest OS
• B. Connecting the system to the production network during the malware analysis
• C. Simulating Internet services using tools such as INetSim
• D. Installing multiple guest operating systems on the virtual machine(s)

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as connecting the system to the production network during malware analysis poses a significant risk of spreading malware. Options A, C, and D are acceptable practices in a controlled environment, as they help facilitate the analysis while maintaining security.