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CompTIA Exam PT0-002 Topic 4 Question 74 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's PT0-002 exam
Question #: 74
Topic #: 4
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Which of the following describes why scoping and organizational requirements are important when planning a penetration test?

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Suggested Answer: B

Scoping defines the penetration test's boundaries and objectives, ensuring alignment with the client's needs and expectations. This is a key step in pre-engagement activities, as outlined in the CompTIA Pentest+ objectives.


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Eleonore
1 months ago
B) To define the boundaries and objectives - of course! You don't want your pen testers going all 'Mission: Impossible' on you, do you?
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Reita
5 days ago
D) To validate the project timeline and resource allocations
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Pearlie
6 days ago
C) To ensure that all vulnerabilities are identified and addressed
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Lorrie
10 days ago
B) To define the boundaries and objectives
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Timothy
21 days ago
A) To identify potential risks and threats during testing
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Ceola
2 months ago
I believe it could also be A) To identify potential risks and threats during testing, as that is crucial for a successful penetration test.
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Suzan
2 months ago
D) To validate the project timeline and resource allocations - hmm, I don't know. Seems more like project management than actual pen testing to me.
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Elvera
2 months ago
I agree with Keena, scoping and organizational requirements help set clear goals for the penetration test.
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Stefan
2 months ago
C) To ensure that all vulnerabilities are identified and addressed - well, duh. That's the goal, right? Anything less is just a waste of time.
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Melda
15 days ago
D) To validate the project timeline and resource allocations
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Sharen
19 days ago
C) To ensure that all vulnerabilities are identified and addressed
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Marjory
21 days ago
B) To define the boundaries and objectives
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Tamra
1 months ago
A) To identify potential risks and threats during testing
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Keena
2 months ago
I think the answer is B) To define the boundaries and objectives.
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Lawana
2 months ago
A) To identify potential risks and threats during testing - that's the whole point of a pen test, isn't it? Gotta know what you're up against.
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Olga
2 months ago
B) To define the boundaries and objectives - this is key for a successful penetration test. Without clear scoping, the test could go off the rails.
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Bea
1 months ago
C) To ensure that all vulnerabilities are identified and addressed
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Bea
1 months ago
B) To define the boundaries and objectives
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Bea
1 months ago
A) To identify potential risks and threats during testing
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