Computer Forensics in Today's World CHFI Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key challenge in computer forensics?

   • AThe increasing volume of data that must be analyzed.
   • BThe lack of any legal standards for evidence handling.
   • CThe fact that digital evidence is always permanent.
   • DThe inability to recover any data from encrypted devices.
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2. 7foundation · easy

   How does computer forensics differ from incident response?

   • AIncident response deals with physical evidence, while forensics deals with digital evidence.
   • BForensics is only used after a court trial, while incident response is used during a trial.
   • CForensics focuses on evidence preservation and analysis for legal proceedings, while incident response focuses on containing and eradicating a security incident.
   • DForensics is a subset of incident response and has no independent procedures.
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4. 8application · medium

   A forensic examiner is called to investigate a suspected insider threat. The employee's laptop is running, and the examiner needs to preserve evidence while minimizing alteration. Which action best aligns with the core definition and scope of computer forensics?

   • AImmediately power off the laptop to freeze the system state.
   • BBrowse the files to quickly identify relevant evidence before imaging.
   • CCreate a bit-for-bit forensic image of the hard drive using a write blocker.
   • DRun a full antivirus scan to ensure the system is clean before imaging.
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5. 9expert · hard

   A forensic lab is evaluating how to handle cases involving autonomous vehicles. These vehicles generate large amounts of sensor data and logs. Which challenge is most specific to this type of investigation?

   • AThe need to use traditional forensic tools only.
   • BThe sheer volume and variety of data generated by sensors and control systems.
   • CThe inability to access the vehicle's data without a warrant.
   • DThe lack of any digital evidence in autonomous vehicles.
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6. 10expert · hard

   A forensic lab is preparing for future investigations that may involve IoT devices, such as smart home assistants and wearable fitness trackers. The lab director wants to ensure the lab can handle these cases. Which consideration is most important for the lab to address?

   • AHiring more staff with traditional computer forensics training.
   • BAcquiring forensic tools that can parse proprietary data formats from various IoT devices.
   • CRelying on the device manufacturer to provide data upon request.
   • DFocusing only on smartphone forensics, as IoT devices are not yet common.
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