Symantec 250-580 - Endpoint Security Complete - R2 Technical Specialist

InIntegrated Cyber Defense Manager (ICDm), atenantcan encompass multipledomains, allowing organizations with complex structures to manage security across various groups or departments within a single tenant. Each tenant represents an overarching entity, while domains within a tenant enable separate administration and policy enforcement for different segments, providing flexibility in security management across large enterprises.

When configuringNetwork Integrityin Symantec Endpoint Security, it is essential toadd trusted certificatesto allowenterprise SSL decryption for security scanning. This enables the inspection of encrypted traffic, which is critical for identifying threats or anomalies in SSL/TLS communications.

Purpose of Trusted Certificates:

Adding trusted certificates facilitates SSL decryption, allowing the security system to analyze encrypted data streams for potential threats without triggering security warnings or connection issues.

Why Other Options Are Less Applicable:

Securing connections to ICDm(Option B) andVPN connections(Option C) are not directly related to Network Integrity’s focus on SSL decryption.

Bypassing an attacker's MITM proxy(Option D) does not directly address the function of trusted certificates within Network Integrity.

References: Adding trusted certificates is necessary for enabling SSL decryption, which is crucial for comprehensive security scanning in Network Integrity​.

When amalicious fileis deleted from an endpoint,registry entries that point to that filemay also be deleted as part of the remediation process. Removing associated registry entries helps ensure that remnants of the malicious file do not remain in the system, which could otherwise allow the malware to persist or trigger errors if the system attempts to access the deleted file.

Why Registry Entries are Deleted:

Malicious software often creates registry entries to establish persistence on an endpoint. Deleting these entries as part of the file removal process prevents potential reinfection and removes any references to the deleted file, which aids in full remediation.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

Incidents related to the file(Option B) are tracked separately and typically remain in logs for historical reference.

SEP Policies(Option C) are not associated with specific files and thus are unaffected by file deletion.

Files and libraries that point to the file(Option D) are not automatically deleted; only direct registry entries related to the file are addressed.

References: Deleting registry entries associated with malicious files is a standard practice in endpoint protection to ensure comprehensive threat removal​.

When considering a single-site deployment for Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP), the following two factors support this architecture:

Sufficient WAN Bandwidth (B):

A single-site SEP environment relies on robust WAN bandwidth to support endpoint communication, policy updates, and threat data synchronization across potentially distant locations.

High bandwidth ensures that endpoints remain responsive to management commands and receive updates without significant delays.

Delay-free, Centralized Reporting (C):

A single-site architecture enables all reporting data to be stored and accessed from one location, providing immediate insights into threats and system health across the organization.

Centralized reporting is ideal when administrators need quick access to consolidated data for faster decision-making and incident response.

Why Other Options Are Not As Relevant:

Organizational mergers(A) andlegal constraints(E) do not necessarily benefit from a single-site architecture.

24x7 admin availability(D) is more related to staffing requirements rather than a justification for a single-site SEP deployment.

References: Sufficient bandwidth and centralized reporting capabilities are key factors in SEP deployment architecture, especially for single-site setups​.

InSymantec Endpoint Security Complete (SES Complete), the primary entities tracked includeEndpoint, File, and Process. These entities represent the core components that SES Complete monitors and analyzes to detect, assess, and respond to potential threats.

Roles of Each Entity:

Endpoint: Represents devices within the environment, providing a focal point for security monitoring.

File: Refers to individual files that may be subject to threat detection and response actions.

Process: Encompasses active processes that could exhibit suspicious behaviors or be involved in attacks.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

Other combinations (Options B, C, and D) includeDomain, which is not classified as a primary entity within SES Complete.

References: SES Complete entities focus on Endpoint, File, and Process for in-depth monitoring and response​.

Aranged queryin Symantec Endpoint Security returns or excludesdata that falls between two specified values for a given field. This type of query is beneficial for filtering data within specific numeric or date ranges. For instance:

Numeric Ranges:Ranged queries can be used to filter data based on a range of values, such as finding log entries with file sizes between certain values.

Date Ranges:Similarly, ranged queries can isolate data entries within a specific date range, which is useful for time-bound analysis.

This functionality allows for more targeted data retrieval, making it easier to analyze and report specific subsets of data.

InSymantec Endpoint Detection and Response (SEDR), events are generatedwhen an activity occurs. This includes any actions or behaviors detected by the system, such as file modifications, network connections, or process launches that could indicate a potential threat. The generation of events in response to activities enables SEDR to provide real-time monitoring and logging, essential for effective threat detection and response.

To calculate theretention ratein Symantec Endpoint Security (SES), the following information is required:

Number of Endpoints:Determines the total scope of data generation.

EAR Data per Endpoint per Day:This is the Endpoint Activity Recorder data size generated daily by each endpoint.

Number of Days to Retain:Defines the retention period for data storage, impacting the total data volume.

Number of Endpoint Dumps and Dump Size:These parameters contribute to overall storage needs for log data and event tracking.

This data allows administrators to accurately project storage requirements and ensure adequate capacity for data retention.

LiveShellis a Symantec tool available across multiple platforms, includingWindows, Linux, and Mac. It enables administrators to open a live command-line shell on endpoints, providing remote troubleshooting and response capabilities regardless of the operating system.

Cross-Platform Availability:

LiveShell’s cross-platform support ensures that administrators can respond to incidents, troubleshoot issues, and run commands on endpoints running Windows, Linux, or macOS.

Use Cases for LiveShell:

This tool is useful for incident response teams needing quick access to endpoints for commands or scripts, which helps to manage and mitigate threats across diverse environments.

References: LiveShell’s availability on all major platforms enhances Symantec’s endpoint management and response capabilities across heterogeneous environments​.

To notify administrators when manual remediation is required on an endpoint, the administrator should set up aSingle Risk Event notificationin SEP, with the action specified as"Left Alone". This configuration allows SEP to alert administrators only when the system does not automatically handle a detected risk, indicating that further manual intervention is required.

Setting Up the Notification:

Navigate toNotificationsin the SEP management console.

SelectSingle Risk Eventas the notification type and specify"Left Alone"for the action taken.

Enable options to log the notification and send an email alert to system administrators.

Rationale:

This approach ensures that administrators are only alerted when SEP detects a threat but cannot automatically remediate it, signaling a need for manual review and action.

Other options (e.g., System event notification, New risk detected) are broader and may trigger alerts unnecessarily, rather than focusing on cases needing manual attention.

References: Setting up targeted notifications, such as Single Risk Event with “Left Alone” action, is a best practice in SEP for efficient incident management​.