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What is the first step in the information-gathering phase described in the text?
What is the first step in the information-gathering phase described in the text?
- Analyzing freely available sources of information (correct)
- Obtaining written permission for testing
- Using port scanners
- Including a non-disclosure agreement clause
Which tool is mentioned as being used during the information-gathering phase?
Which tool is mentioned as being used during the information-gathering phase?
- Firewall bypass tool
- Malware analysis tool
- Port scanner (correct)
- Packet sniffer
What should be included in a contract to limit liability during a penetration test?
What should be included in a contract to limit liability during a penetration test?
- Analysis of potential vulnerabilities
- Authorization to perform the test
- Payment terms and amounts
- Non-disclosure agreement clause (correct)
In the context of a penetration test, what is Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) used for?
In the context of a penetration test, what is Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) used for?
Which phase follows the information-gathering phase in a penetration test according to the text?
Which phase follows the information-gathering phase in a penetration test according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a typical component of an executive summary in a pentesting report?
Which of the following is NOT a typical component of an executive summary in a pentesting report?
During the reporting phase of a pentest, what is the primary purpose of the technical report?
During the reporting phase of a pentest, what is the primary purpose of the technical report?
Which of the following is a common technique used by pentesters to escalate privileges during an engagement?
Which of the following is a common technique used by pentesters to escalate privileges during an engagement?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when writing an executive summary for a pentesting report?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when writing an executive summary for a pentesting report?
During the information gathering phase of a pentest, which of the following techniques is commonly used?
During the information gathering phase of a pentest, which of the following techniques is commonly used?
What is the primary purpose of the reporting phase in a pentesting engagement?
What is the primary purpose of the reporting phase in a pentesting engagement?
What is the main challenge when gathering information during a pentest, according to the text?
What is the main challenge when gathering information during a pentest, according to the text?
In a pentest, what is the purpose of vulnerability scanning tools and techniques during the information-gathering phase?
In a pentest, what is the purpose of vulnerability scanning tools and techniques during the information-gathering phase?
What does Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) focus on in the context of a pentest?
What does Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) focus on in the context of a pentest?
What is the primary objective of including a risk profile in the reporting phase of a pentest?
What is the primary objective of including a risk profile in the reporting phase of a pentest?
When crafting an executive summary for a pentesting report, what should be emphasized?
When crafting an executive summary for a pentesting report, what should be emphasized?
In a pentest, what is a typical component of a technical report following the exploitation phase?
In a pentest, what is a typical component of a technical report following the exploitation phase?
Why is it crucial to focus on privilege escalation during an engagement?
Why is it crucial to focus on privilege escalation during an engagement?
During a pentest, what distinguishes Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) from covert intelligence sources?
During a pentest, what distinguishes Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) from covert intelligence sources?
