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GIAC GDAT Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | GIAC (SANS Institute) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | GIAC Defending Advanced Threats |
| Exam Number: | GDAT |
| Exam Price: | $1,299 |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-based Questions, Multiple Choice |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | GCFE GCFA GREM |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 4 Years |
| Exam Duration: | 180 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 115 |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored Exam at Pearson VUE Centers |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended completion of SANS SEC699 course or equivalent experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.giac.org/certifications/defending-advanced-threats |
GIAC GDAT Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Incident Response and Preparation | 20-25% | - Lessons Learned and Communication - IR Planning and Preparation - Analysis and Triage - Containment, Eradication, and Recovery |
| Topic 2: Detection and Containment | 15-20% | - Network-Based Detection - Indicator of Compromise (IOC) Development - Host-Based Detection - Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Tactics |
| Topic 3: Host Forensics | 25-30% | - Event Log Analysis - Timeline Analysis - Memory Forensics - Registry Analysis - File System Forensics |
| Topic 4: Advanced Malware Analysis | 30-35% | - Dynamic Analysis and Behavioral Analysis - Static Analysis Techniques - Memory Forensics for Malware Detection - Assembly Language and Disassembly Fundamentals - Malware Evasion and Anti-Analysis Techniques |
GDAT Exam Questions and Answers
Recommended completion of SANS SEC699 course or equivalent experience
You can confirm the current eligibility requirements on the official GDAT exam page before you register.
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The GIAC Defending Advanced Threats exam requires a score of 70% to pass, and the official registration fee is $1,299. Careful preparation is the most practical protection for that fee.
Very much so. The PDF version is designed to be printed, which makes it ideal for shared preparation: print copies for everyone, meet up, and discuss the questions together. Candidates preparing as a team or buying for a company often choose this version precisely because paper travels well in a meeting room.
The GIAC Defending Advanced Threats practice questions are organized around the official exam objectives. Key topics include:
- Host Forensics (25-30%)
- Detection and Containment (15-20%)
- Incident Response and Preparation (20-25%)
Group discussion works especially well when everyone is working through the same topic list.
The GIAC Defending Advanced Threats exam contains 115 questions, and you will have 180 minutes minutes to complete them. Practicing at this exact pace is how answer speed is built.
This package includes 152 practice questions for the GIAC Defending Advanced Threats exam. Every answer is verified by an experienced team of experts, so you can trust what you study.
GIAC Defending Advanced Threats Sample Questions:
What is the benefit of using behavior-based detection methods in combating malware persistence?
Response:
- A. They identify malware based on the replication method
- B. They manage user access levels
- C. They detect unusual patterns of behavior that indicate malicious activity
- D. They rely on virus definitions for detection
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
Select the methods that can help in detecting Golden Ticket attacks on Active Directory environments.
Response:
- A. Analyzing anomalies in account logins from multiple locations
- B. Monitoring for unusual Kerberos ticket lifetimes
- C. Regularly updating antivirus definitions
- D. Inspecting the integrity of the Active Directory database
Correct Answer: A,B 🗳️
Which of the following are potential indicators of a Pass-the-Hash (PtH) attack in an Active Directory environment?
Response:
- A. The use of unusual privilege escalation techniques
- B. Discovery of user credentials stored in plain text
- C. Repeated failed login attempts from a single user account
- D. Unexpected access to sensitive resources using legitimate but compromised credentials
Correct Answer: A,D 🗳️
In the context of digital forensics, what is the primary goal during the threat handling stage?
Response:
- A. To update software patches
- B. To install additional firewalls
- C. To enhance the company's public image
- D. To determine the extent of the intrusion
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
What is the main objective of threat hunting in cybersecurity?
Response:
- A. To deploy antivirus solutions
- B. To proactively search for and mitigate potential threats
- C. To monitor network traffic passively
- D. To respond to data breaches
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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