Win and linux - basic PT

What does SID stand for in the context of Windows OS?

• Security Identifier

• System Identification

• Secure Internet Device

• Software Installation Directory

Which of the following is a tool used to list user accounts in Windows?

• net user

• useradd

• passwd

• chmod

What is the primary purpose of NTLM in Windows OS?

• To manage network traffic

• To provide authentication, integrity, and confidentiality

• To organise file storage

• To monitor system performance

Where are usernames and other account details stored in Windows?

• /etc/passwd

• Security Account Manager (SAM) database

• Active Directory

• Windows Registry

What does the 'S-' prefix in a SID indicate?

• It signifies a system file

• It indicates a security identifier

• It denotes a software version

• It marks a system error

Which tool is NOT typically used for cracking NTLM hashes?

• hashcat

• john the ripper

• mimikatz

• Wireshark

What is the main disadvantage of LM Hash compared to NTLM?

• It is more secure

• It is less secure

• It is faster

• It is more complex

Which of the following is NOT a use of SIDs in pentesting?

• Identifying users, groups, and accounts

• Correlating activities in event logs

• Exploiting misconfigured permissions

• Managing network bandwidth

What is the structure of a SID in Windows?

• Starts with 'S-' followed by a series of identifying numbers separated by hyphens

• Starts with 'ID-' followed by a series of letters

• Starts with 'SID-' followed by a series of numbers

• Starts with 'USER-' followed by a username

Which of the following is a common use of NTLM hashes in pentesting?

• Encrypting email messages

• Authenticating users

• Compressing files

• Monitoring network traffic