Check Point 156-401 Practice Exams
Last updated on Oct 22,2026- Exam Code: 156-401
- Exam Name: Hacking 101 Check Point Certified PenTesting Associate (CCPA)
- Certification Provider: Check Point
- Latest update: Oct 22,2026
Question #31
When gathering network infrastructure details, which two sources are most useful? (Choose two.)
- A . ARIN database lookups
- B . Wi-Fi handshake captures
- C . Shodan searches
- D . VPN endpoint logs
Correct Answer: A, C
A, C
Explanation:
ARIN provides IP allocation details, while Shodan indexes exposed devices and services online, aiding infrastructure mapping.
A, C
Explanation:
ARIN provides IP allocation details, while Shodan indexes exposed devices and services online, aiding infrastructure mapping.
Question #32
Which of the following tools is primarily used during the reconnaissance phase?
- A . Metasploit
- B . Wireshark
- C . theHarvester
- D . Hydra
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
theHarvester is used during reconnaissance to gather emails, domains, and IP information from public sources.
C
Explanation:
theHarvester is used during reconnaissance to gather emails, domains, and IP information from public sources.
Question #33
What information can Whois provide?
- A . Open ports
- B . Domain registration details
- C . Active network sessions
- D . Current open vulnerabilities
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Whois provides domain ownership, registrar information, and contact details, which are useful for planning further reconnaissance.
B
Explanation:
Whois provides domain ownership, registrar information, and contact details, which are useful for planning further reconnaissance.
Question #34
Which tool can be used for web crawling?
- A . Hydra
- B . Nikto
- C . Burp Suite
- D . Aircrack-ng
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
Burp Suite includes spidering (web crawling) capabilities that automate the discovery of web content for further testing.
C
Explanation:
Burp Suite includes spidering (web crawling) capabilities that automate the discovery of web content for further testing.
Question #35
Netcat is primarily used for:
- A . Banner grabbing and simple network communication
- B . Password cracking
- C . Web application testing
- D . Malware detection
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Netcat is often used to grab banners, test connectivity, and establish simple TCP/UDP communications with remote hosts.
A
Explanation:
Netcat is often used to grab banners, test connectivity, and establish simple TCP/UDP communications with remote hosts.
Question #36
What does the "rules of engagement" document define?
- A . Attack techniques
- B . Legal consequences
- C . Scope, time, and methods of testing
- D . Payment structure
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
Rules of engagement outline the authorized targets, time windows, and permissible testing techniques to avoid misunderstandings.
C
Explanation:
Rules of engagement outline the authorized targets, time windows, and permissible testing techniques to avoid misunderstandings.
Question #37
A successful social engineering attack may lead to:
- A . Slower network speeds
- B . Unauthorized access to internal documents
- C . Broken SSL encryption
- D . Network fragmentation
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Social engineering attacks typically target people to gain access to sensitive internal resources like files or credentials.
B
Explanation:
Social engineering attacks typically target people to gain access to sensitive internal resources like files or credentials.
Question #38
Penetration testing is important because it:
- A . Decreases network visibility
- B . Improves system resilience against attacks
- C . Increases firewall vulnerabilities
- D . Randomly creates system outages
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Penetration testing identifies and fixes vulnerabilities, thereby improving the organization’s resilience to cyberattacks.
B
Explanation:
Penetration testing identifies and fixes vulnerabilities, thereby improving the organization’s resilience to cyberattacks.
Question #39
SNMP enumeration is used to:
- A . Steal passwords
- B . Collect information from network devices
- C . Launch brute-force attacks
- D . Encrypt communications
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
SNMP enumeration extracts valuable device information such as system details, network configurations, and device-specific metrics.
B
Explanation:
SNMP enumeration extracts valuable device information such as system details, network configurations, and device-specific metrics.
Question #40
Which of the following best describes ethical hacking?
- A . Unauthorized access to test systems
- B . Permission-based testing to improve security
- C . Using malware to compromise a system
- D . Exploiting systems for financial gain
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Ethical hacking involves authorized attempts to find vulnerabilities, always with prior consent, to improve the system’s defenses against real attackers.
B
Explanation:
Ethical hacking involves authorized attempts to find vulnerabilities, always with prior consent, to improve the system’s defenses against real attackers.