What is the primary purpose of lateral movement in an attack sequence?
Practise this CCOA Cyber Analyst Prep question free, then download the PDF, watch the video walkthrough, or unlock timed mock exams for the full web bank.
ATo gain access to additional systems within the network after initial compromise
BTo establish the initial foothold in a network
CTo exfiltrate data from the network
DTo remove evidence of the attack
✓ Correct answer: A. To gain access to additional systems within the network after initial compromiseAfter gaining initial access, attackers use lateral movement to expand their control by moving from one compromised system to others within the network, searching for valuable assets or higher privileges.
Keep practising. Use the free CCOA Cyber Analyst Prep PDF, watch the YouTube walkthrough, or unlock all 10 web questions with timed mock exams.
Free practice here. Timed mocks when you are ready.
Study the CCOA Cyber Analyst Prep free question explanations, download the PDF, then unlock timed mock exams on the web when you want exam-day practice.
Theory