CyberCertPrepSecurity FundamentalsThreat LandscapeEASYFree question
What is the 'Cyber Kill Chain' framework used for?
- A.Rating the severity of vulnerabilities
- B.Measuring network performance
- C.Classifying types of malware
- D.Describing the stages of a cyberattack from reconnaissance to action on objectives
Why D is correct
The Cyber Kill Chain, developed by Lockheed Martin, describes the seven stages of a cyberattack: Reconnaissance, Weaponization, Delivery, Exploitation, Installation, Command & Control, and Actions on Objectives. It helps defenders understand where an attack is in its lifecycle and where to break the chain.
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