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Which of the following factors would a penetration tester MOST likely consider when testing at a location?

  • A. Determine if visas are required.
  • B. Ensure all testers can access all sites.
  • C. Verify the tools being used are legal for use at all sites.
  • D. Establish the time of the day when a test can occur.
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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

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CornKing1st
Highly Voted 1 year, 3 months ago
Selected Answer: D
I don't think you need make sure that your tools are legal at ALL OTHER sites when it is talking about only ONE specific site. What you do need to know is when that ONE SPECIFIC site is going to be open because time restrictions are likely to exist, ex: they want you to do it during operating hours or during non-operating hours of that one specific location.
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DiddyKongJr
11 months, 2 weeks ago
double thumbs up, C doesn't make sense when only one site is mentioned
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deeden
1 year, 1 month ago
Agreed. While other factors such as visa requirements (option A), tester access to sites (option B), and the legality of testing tools (option C) are also important considerations, they may not be as directly related to the timing of the test and its impact on the testing process. Therefore, establishing the time of day for the test (option D) is the most relevant factor for a penetration tester when conducting testing at a physical location
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kinny4000
Most Recent 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Selected Answer: C
Ok so option C. says that you need make sure that your tools are legal at ALL sites. This is pointless as all you need to know is the specific location you're testing, right? WRONG - if the location is a web application that has multiple subdomains (e.g., admin.example.com, www.example.com), the penetration tester might need to ensure that the tools being used are legal for use across all subdomains or in all areas of that one site, which may spread out very far geographically. Legality > timing, therefore option C.
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e21089f
3 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: C
Legal compliance takes precedent over anything else.
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Vslaugh
3 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: C
I'm going with C only because CompTIA is the way that they are, so thinking like them: C is about ensuring legal compliance, which is mandatory. D is about operational efficiency, which is secondary. Legal compliance takes precedence over scheduling.
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BlackSkullz
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
The wording only mentions one location being tested. C is talking about legalities within "all sites" which implies a penetration test being conducted at various locations around the world, which isn't the case here. D. is imperative to the operation, as it could directly affect business operations of the client or the availability of a contact within the client organization
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Etc_Shadow28000
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: C
C. Verify the tools being used are legal for use at all sites: This is critical because using tools that are illegal in certain jurisdictions can lead to legal repercussions for the tester and the client. It ensures that the testing process adheres to local laws and regulations. Explanation: A. Determine if visas are required: While important for international travel, this is more of a logistical concern rather than a direct consideration for the penetration testing process itself. B. Ensure all testers can access all sites: This is important for planning, but ensuring legal compliance with tools used during the test takes precedence. D. Establish the time of the day when a test can occur: This is an operational consideration but ensuring the legality of tools is more foundational to conducting the test properly.
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Paula77
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: C
Some tools used for testing might have restrictions depending on local laws or the client's specific policies.
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Cyber_Soter
1 year ago
Selected Answer: C
C is most important as D would be covered under the ROE.
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j904
1 year ago
Selected Answer: D
D. makes more sense, its only talking about a location
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Big_Dre
1 year, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: C
make sure ur tool are allow
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Alizade
1 year, 5 months ago
Selected Answer: C
C. Verify the tools being used are legal for use at all sites.
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Alizade
1 year, 6 months ago
Selected Answer: C
The answer is C. Verify the tools being used are legal for use at all sites.
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