A security analyst is preparing to analyze a potentially malicious program believed to have infiltrated an organization's network. To ensure the safety and integrity of the production environment…

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Options

• ARun the potentially malicious program on the sheep dip computer to determine its behavior
• BStore the potentially malicious program on an external medium, such as a CD-ROM
• CConnect the sheep dip computer to the organization's internal network
• Dinstall the potentially malicious program on the sheep dip computer

• A
  2% (1)
• B
  78% (36)
• C
  7% (3)
• D
  13% (6)

Explanation

Sheep Dip Computer Analysis

Storing the potentially malicious program on an external medium (CD-ROM or similar) before analysis is the critical first step because it ensures the malware is isolated and controlled before being introduced to the sheep dip computer, preserving the integrity of the analysis environment and preventing accidental spread. A sheep dip computer is a dedicated, air-gapped machine specifically designed to scan and analyze suspicious files in isolation - the external medium acts as the safe transfer vehicle for the malware sample.

Why the distractors are wrong:

• A & D are premature - running or installing the program should only happen after proper preparation steps, including ensuring the sheep dip computer is properly isolated and ready
• C is the most dangerous option - connecting the sheep dip computer to the internal network defeats its entire purpose, potentially spreading malware across the organization

Memory Tip: Think of the sheep dip computer like a quarantine room - before bringing anything dangerous inside, you first need to package it safely (external medium). The sequence is: Store → Isolate → Analyze, never the reverse. "Dip before you drip" - contain the threat on external media before it can drip into any system.

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