Exam SY0-701 Topic 3 Question 518 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's SY0-701 exam
Question #: 518
Topic #: 3
An organization wants a third-party vendor to do a penetration test that targets a specific device. The organization has provided basic information about the device. Which of the following best describes this kind of penetration test?

Suggested Answer: A Vote an answer

Explanation
A partially known environment is a type of penetration test where the tester has some information about the target, such as the IP address, the operating system, or the device type. This can help the tester focus on specific vulnerabilities and reduce the scope of the test. A partially known environment is also called a gray box test1.
References: CompTIA Security+ Certification Kit: Exam SY0-701, 7th Edition, Chapter 10, page 543.

by Alexander at Dec 13, 2025, 06:25 PM

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