Sophos Certified Engineer Practice Exam

Which security threat is specifically addressed by Intercept X?

1. Spyware

2. Ransomware

3. Phishing attacks

4. Data breaches

The correct answer is: Ransomware

Intercept X specifically addresses ransomware as a significant security threat. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts a victim's files and demands payment for decryption. Intercept X employs advanced techniques such as deep learning to detect and block ransomware activity, including its typical behaviors, like file encryption processes or attempts to access multiple files in a short timeframe. The solution focuses on preventing ransomware from executing in the first place through proactive detection and remediation capabilities, ensuring that users can keep their data safe and that systems remain operational without falling victim to these invasive attacks. Other threats, while significant, are either less targeted by this specific tool or require different technological approaches for effective mitigation.