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CPEH-001 · Question #1019

Which among the following is the best example of the hacking concept called "clearing tracks"?

The correct answer is D. During a cyberattack, a hacker corrupts the event logs on all machines. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Which among the following is the best example of the hacking concept called "clearing tracks"?

Options

  • AAfter a system is breached, a hacker creates a backdoor to allow re-entry into a system.
  • BDuring a cyberattack, a hacker injects a rootkit into a server.
  • CAn attacker gains access to a server through an exploitable vulnerability.
  • DDuring a cyberattack, a hacker corrupts the event logs on all machines.

How the community answered

(31 responses)
  • A
    13% (4)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    81% (25)

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