What is a function of SSL/TLS decryption?

The correct answer is B. It reveals malware within web-based traffic.. SSL/TLS decryption allows security tools to inspect encrypted traffic, enabling them to detect hidden malware, command-and-control communication, or data exfiltration that would otherwise bypass inspection if left encrypted.

Traffic Identification and Visibility

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AIt applies to unknown threat detection only.
BIt reveals malware within web-based traffic.
CIt protects users from social engineering.
DIt identifies loT devices on the internet.

How the community answered

(49 responses)

A
4% (2)
B
80% (39)
C
10% (5)
D
6% (3)

Explanation

SSL/TLS decryption allows security tools to inspect encrypted traffic, enabling them to detect hidden malware, command-and-control communication, or data exfiltration that would otherwise bypass inspection if left encrypted.

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#SSL decryption#TLS inspection#encrypted traffic#malware detection

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