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Question 1

Which tool is best known as a penetration testing framework for developing and executing exploits?

Accepted Answer

Metasploit

Answer

Metasploit is a leading framework used by penetration testers to develop and run exploit code.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a WAF (Web Application Firewall)?

Accepted Answer

Filter and block malicious HTTP traffic

Answer

A WAF inspects HTTP/HTTPS requests to block attacks like SQL injection and XSS.

Question 3

Which tool would an analyst use to scan open ports and discover services on a network?

Accepted Answer

Nmap

Answer

Nmap is the standard tool for port scanning and network service discovery.

Question 4

A sandbox in malware analysis is used to do what?

Accepted Answer

Safely execute and observe suspicious files

Answer

A sandbox isolates and runs suspicious code so its behavior can be observed without risk.

Question 5

Which type of software provides single sign-on and federated identity across applications?

Accepted Answer

IAM/SSO platform

Answer

Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms enable SSO and federated authentication.

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