July 2025
Intermediate to advanced
482 pages
16h 19m
English
Content preview from Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Study Guide
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Appendix B. Answer Key
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D. Python is the correct choice because its OSI-approved open source license allows it to be used freely, even in commercial settings, and it’s frequently used for automating tasks like scheduling scans. ASP.NET and PHP are geared toward web development, focusing on creating dynamic web pages, which is not the primary function for scheduling system scans. C# is a general-purpose programming language but is not as commonly used for this specific task, nor does it have the same emphasis on open source licensing for scripting as Python.
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A. NIST 800-53 is the correct answer as it provides a catalog of security controls specifically designed for US federal information systems, excluding national security-related systems. (Remember that exception—it may help you on the exam.) FITARA is legislation focused on how the US government acquires technology. HIPAA is concerned with protecting the privacy of health information. ISO 17799 is an international standard that outlines security objectives based on best practices, but it’s not specific to US federal systems.
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B. The correct step is containment because disconnecting the computer from the network and powering it down are actions to limit the scope and impact of the information spillage. Recovery involves repairing damage after the incident. Eradication focuses on eliminating the cause of the incident, such as malware. Identification is the initial recognition that an incident has occurred.
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D. PCI DSS is ...
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