How is the hash value of files useful in network security investigations?
- It is used to decode files.
- It helps identify malware signatures.
- It verifies confidentiality of files.
- It is used as a key for encryption.
Explanation: When ELSA is used to investigate downloaded files, the hash value of each file is created and stored with other information about the file. If a cybersecurity analyst is suspicious of the file, the hash value can be submitted to an online malware repository site to determine if the file is known malware.
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