CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst) Exam Guide

The **CySA+** is an intermediate certification for cybersecurity analysts. It emphasizes behavioral analytics, threat detection, and the use of monitoring tools to secure and protect applications and systems.

Which tool is used to analyze real-time network traffic and detect suspicious patterns?

Answer : Intrusion Detection System (IDS) or a SIEM.

Provides visibility into traffic anomalies and potential security breaches within a network.

In vulnerability scanning, what is a 'false positive'?

Answer : An alert for a vulnerability that does not actually exist.

Can be caused by outdated signatures or misconfigurations in the scanning tool.

What is the first step in the NIST Incident Response Life Cycle?

Answer : Preparation.

Building response capabilities and plans before an incident occurs.

What is 'Threat Hunting'?

Answer : The proactive search for cyber threats that have evaded automated security detections.

Operates under the assumption that attackers may already be inside the network.

What is the primary function of a SIEM system?

Answer : To centralize, correlate, and analyze logs from various sources to identify security incidents.

Provides a comprehensive security overview and aids in regulatory compliance.

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