What is the role of indicators of compromise during the attribution process?

The correct answer is C. They represent forensic evidence. These artifacts enable investigators to detect intrusions and. Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) are forensic artifacts such as files, IP addresses, or log entries that help cybersecurity professionals identify and investigate potential security incidents. They play a vital role in detecting intrusions and attributing malicious activities to…

Submitted by haruto_sh· Mar 6, 2026Security Concepts

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AThey represent the threat actors, which is crucial during the attribution process.
BThey represent forensic evidence. These artifacts enable cyber security professionals to classify
CThey represent forensic evidence. These artifacts enable investigators to detect intrusions and
DThey enforce the Structured Threat Information eXpression, which is crucial during the attribution

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A
6% (2)
B
3% (1)
C
88% (30)
D
3% (1)

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Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) are forensic artifacts such as files, IP addresses, or log entries that help cybersecurity professionals identify and investigate potential security incidents. They play a vital role in detecting intrusions and attributing malicious activities to specific threat actors or campaigns by providing tangible evidence during the investigation.

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#Indicators of Compromise (IoC)#Threat Attribution#Incident Detection

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