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GREM · Question #119

Why would a .NET malware analyst focus on the app.config or web.config files?

The correct answer is B. To check for hardcoded sensitive information. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Why would a .NET malware analyst focus on the app.config or web.config files?

Options

  • ATo modify the assembly's target .NET Framework version
  • BTo check for hardcoded sensitive information
  • CTo identify the entry point of the application
  • DTo locate embedded resources

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  • A
    7% (2)
  • B
    81% (22)
  • C
    7% (2)
  • D
    4% (1)

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