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SPLK-5001 · Question #103

SPLK-5001 Question #103: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B. Rootkit. A rootkit embeds itself at the user or kernel level, intercepting and tampering with operating‑system API calls to conceal files, processes, registry keys, and network connections from standard system utilities.

Question

This technique is used by attackers to hide the presence of components like programs, files, and network connections by hooking into the OS and intercepting system API calls. It can reside at the user or kernel level. What technique is this?

Options

  • ASpear phishing
  • BRootkit
  • CGuardrails
  • DSession hijacking

Explanation

A rootkit embeds itself at the user or kernel level, intercepting and tampering with operating‑system API calls to conceal files, processes, registry keys, and network connections from standard system utilities.

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