GIAC Security Operations Certified - GSOC FREE EXAM DUMPS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS]

Question 1

What role does DHCP play in network communications, and why is it a target for attackers?
Response:

A. It serves web content, which can be manipulated. B. It encrypts network traffic, attracting attackers who wish to decrypt it. C. It relays email messages, which can be intercepted. D. It assigns IP addresses to hosts, making it a target for spoofing and poisoning attacks.

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

Question 2

For effective network traffic analysis, what should be considered when monitoring encrypted traffic?
(Choose Three)
Response:

A. The increase in CPU usage due to encryption and decryption processes B. The possibility of encrypted malware communication C. The certificate authority (CA) issuing the certificates D. Establishing baselines for normal encrypted traffic patterns E. Ignoring encrypted traffic as it is always secure

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Correct Answer: B,C,D Vote an answer

Question 3

How can Blue Teams use automation to improve their incident response times?
Response:

A. By replacing all human decision-making with AI B. By automating email responses to all security alerts C. By automating the shutdown of the network at the first sign of an attack D. By utilizing automated scripts to gather incident data

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

Question 4

In network traffic analysis, what is the purpose of establishing a baseline?
(Choose Two)
Response:

A. To ensure that traffic does not exceed licensed bandwidth B. To identify deviations from normal activity that may indicate issues C. To understand normal behavior and detect anomalies D. To track the performance of network advertising

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Correct Answer: B,C Vote an answer

Question 5

What role does user feedback play in the analytic design and improvement process?
(Choose Two)
Response:

A. It's irrelevant as long as the data is accurate B. It should be considered only after major failures are detected C. It can guide the prioritization of new features or adjustments D. It helps identify areas that may need refinement or improvement

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Correct Answer: C,D Vote an answer

Question 6

Which of the following practices can improve SOC efficiency through automation?
(Choose Two)
Response:

A. Automating the triage of low-severity alerts B. Using playbooks for common incident response scenarios C. Disabling automated processes for critical incidents D. Reviewing logs manually every quarter

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Correct Answer: A,B Vote an answer

Question 7

How does a SOC contribute to reducing organizational risk?
Response:

A. Enhancing the visibility of the organization's security landscape B. By focusing only on external threats and ignoring insider threats C. Only responding to incidents after they have been escalated to senior management D. Developing offensive cyber capabilities to retaliate against attackers

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question 8

During an incident, which of the following should a SOC focus on?
(Choose Three)
Response:

A. Rapid identification and containment of the threat B. Assigning blame to individuals for the breach C. Ensuring business continuity D. Ignoring stakeholder communications to focus on technical response E. Preserving evidence and maintaining a chain of custody

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Correct Answer: A,C,E Vote an answer

Question 9

What is the primary goal of incident triage in a SOC?
Response:

A. To assign every alert the highest priority B. To disable all network traffic C. To determine the severity and impact of an incident, allowing for appropriate response prioritization D. To escalate all incidents to management immediately

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer