Eccouncil Exam 312-50 Topic 1 Question 76 Discussion

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Question #: 76
Topic #: 1

Why is a penetration test considered to be more thorough than vulnerability scan?

AThe tools used by penetration testers tend to have much more comprehensive vulnerability databases.

BA penetration test actively exploits vulnerabilities in the targeted infrastructure, while a vulnerability scan does not typically involve active exploitation.

CIt is not -- a penetration test is often performed by an automated tool, while a vulnerability scan requires active engagement.

DVulnerability scans only do host discovery and port scanning by default.

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by Amie at Feb 14, 2024, 12:52 AM

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Florencia

6 months ago

Exactly. The tools used by penetration testers have more comprehensive vulnerability databases too.

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Myrtie

6 months ago

I agree. Penetration tests go further by actually trying to hack into the system.

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Talia

6 months ago

Yeah, that makes sense. Vulnerability scans only do host discovery and port scanning.

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Florencia

6 months ago

I think a penetration test is more thorough because it actively exploits vulnerabilities.

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