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SPLK-5001 Question #116: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is B. Spearphishing with a malicious URL.. APTs targeting senior executives typically use highly tailored spearphishing emails containing malicious URLs to compromise high‑value accounts, rather than broad phishing campaigns, DDoS attacks, or generic spam.
Question
Which set of behaviors describes an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group focused on compromising accounts of senior executives?Phishing with ransomware.
Options
- APhishing with ransomware.
- BSpearphishing with a malicious URL.
- CDistributed Denial of Service (DDoS) with botnets.
- DSpam email and scamware.
Explanation
APTs targeting senior executives typically use highly tailored spearphishing emails containing malicious URLs to compromise high‑value accounts, rather than broad phishing campaigns, DDoS attacks, or generic spam.
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