Which of the following is an essential step before performing Structured Query Language (SQL) penetration tests on a production system?

The correct answer is C. Validate target systems have been backed up.. An essential step before performing SQL penetration tests on a production system is to validate that the target systems have been backed up. SQL penetration tests are a type of security testing that involves injecting malicious SQL commands or queries into a database or applicati

Submitted by kavita_s· Mar 5, 2026Security Assessment and Testing

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AVerify countermeasures have been deactivated.
BEnsure firewall logging has been activated.
CValidate target systems have been backed up.
DConfirm warm site is ready to accept connections.

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A
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B
17% (8)
C
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D
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Explanation

An essential step before performing SQL penetration tests on a production system is to validate that the target systems have been backed up. SQL penetration tests are a type of security testing that involves injecting malicious SQL commands or queries into a database or application to exploit vulnerabilities or gain unauthorized access. Performing SQL penetration tests on a production system can cause data loss, corruption, or modification, as well as system downtime or instability. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the target systems have been backed up before conducting the tests, so that the data and system can be restored in case of any damage

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