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312-50V11 · Question #604
312-50V11 Question #604: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is C: Set type=ns. In nslookup interactive mode, the 'set type=ns' command configures the query type to retrieve DNS NS (nameserver) records.
Question
A hacker is attempting to use nslookup to query Domain Name Service (DNS). The hacker uses the nslookup interactive mode for the search. Which command should the hacker type into the command shell to request the appropriate records?
Options
- ALocate type=ns
- BRequest type=ns
- CSet type=ns
- DTransfer type=ns
Explanation
In nslookup interactive mode, the 'set type=ns' command configures the query type to retrieve DNS NS (nameserver) records.
Common mistakes.
- A. 'locate' is not a recognized command in nslookup interactive mode; no such command exists in the nslookup utility syntax.
- B. 'request' is not a valid nslookup interactive command; the correct verb for configuring query options in nslookup is 'set'.
- D. 'transfer' is not a valid nslookup interactive command; DNS zone transfers are initiated separately using 'ls -d' in nslookup or via dedicated tools.
Concept tested. nslookup interactive mode set type command for DNS
Reference. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/nslookup-set-type
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