McAfee CCII Practice Exams
Last updated on Oct 21,2026- Exam Code: CCII
- Exam Name: Certified Cyber Intelligence Investigator (CCII)
- Certification Provider: McAfee
- Latest update: Oct 21,2026
Question #51
Intelligence personnel must never save the search results that satisfy the research objective as it has no bearing on a case.
- A . True
- B . False
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Savingsearch results, screenshots, and metadatais critical forevidence preservationin OSINT investigations. Investigators must:
Document findingsfor verification.
Maintain chain of custodyfor legal admissibility.
Ensure evidence integritythrough timestamping and forensic validation.
Failure to save results canjeopardize case validity.
Reference: McAfee Institute OSINT Techniques Guide
Federal Digital Evidence Collection Procedures
DOJ Cyber Intelligence Training
B
Explanation:
Savingsearch results, screenshots, and metadatais critical forevidence preservationin OSINT investigations. Investigators must:
Document findingsfor verification.
Maintain chain of custodyfor legal admissibility.
Ensure evidence integritythrough timestamping and forensic validation.
Failure to save results canjeopardize case validity.
Reference: McAfee Institute OSINT Techniques Guide
Federal Digital Evidence Collection Procedures
DOJ Cyber Intelligence Training
Question #52
Mobile forensics acquisition is:
- A . The process of imaging and otherwise obtaining information from a mobile device and its associated media
- B . The process of obtaining digital evidence from a mobile device
- C . The extraction of information from a mobile device, hardware, and software
- D . The process of discovering, seizing, and collecting digital evidence from a mobile device
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Mobile forensics acquisitioninvolvessecuring, extracting, analyzing, and documenting digital evidencefrommobile devices, ensuring integrity forlegal proceedings. Investigators use tools like:
Cellebrite
Oxygen Forensic Detective
XRY
This process ensures evidence iscollected, preserved, and admissible in court.
Reference: McAfee Institute Mobile Forensics Guide
Federal Mobile Device Investigation Framework
Law Enforcement Digital Evidence Protocols
D
Explanation:
Mobile forensics acquisitioninvolvessecuring, extracting, analyzing, and documenting digital evidencefrommobile devices, ensuring integrity forlegal proceedings. Investigators use tools like:
Cellebrite
Oxygen Forensic Detective
XRY
This process ensures evidence iscollected, preserved, and admissible in court.
Reference: McAfee Institute Mobile Forensics Guide
Federal Mobile Device Investigation Framework
Law Enforcement Digital Evidence Protocols
Question #53
A forensic examiner should always turn off a mobile device at the time of seizure and before starting an acquisition.
- A . True
- B . False
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Forensic best practices recommendkeeping the device powered onbecause:
Turning off the device may trigger encryption locks, making data inaccessible.
Live data acquisitionallows retrieval of RAM contents, running apps, and network logs.
Airplane mode should be enabled instead of shutting downto prevent remote wiping.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII Digital Forensics Guide, Cyber Forensics Up and Running.
B
Explanation:
Forensic best practices recommendkeeping the device powered onbecause:
Turning off the device may trigger encryption locks, making data inaccessible.
Live data acquisitionallows retrieval of RAM contents, running apps, and network logs.
Airplane mode should be enabled instead of shutting downto prevent remote wiping.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII Digital Forensics Guide, Cyber Forensics Up and Running.
Question #54
The most common forms of evidence are direct, real, documentary, and demonstrative.
- A . True
- B . False
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Cyber investigators handle different types ofdigital evidence, including:
Direct EvidenceC First-hand observations or testimony.
Real EvidenceC Physical devices such as hard drives or USBs.
Documentary EvidenceC Emails, chat logs, digital contracts.
Demonstrative EvidenceC Graphs, diagrams, or simulations illustrating data. Understanding these types helps ensureproper legal handling of evidence.
Reference: McAfee Institute Digital Evidence Classification Guide
Federal Digital Forensics Guidelines
DOJ Cybercrime Investigation Procedures
A
Explanation:
Cyber investigators handle different types ofdigital evidence, including:
Direct EvidenceC First-hand observations or testimony.
Real EvidenceC Physical devices such as hard drives or USBs.
Documentary EvidenceC Emails, chat logs, digital contracts.
Demonstrative EvidenceC Graphs, diagrams, or simulations illustrating data. Understanding these types helps ensureproper legal handling of evidence.
Reference: McAfee Institute Digital Evidence Classification Guide
Federal Digital Forensics Guidelines
DOJ Cybercrime Investigation Procedures
Question #55
You should always take screen captures of a suspect’s profile online to preserve it as potential evidence.
- A . True
- B . False
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Digital evidence can change rapidly due to user modifications or platform restrictions. Screen capturesprovide a legally defensible record of information at a given point in time. Tools likeHunchly, Maltego, and OSINT Captureare often used toauthenticatescreenshots and ensure chain-of-custody compliance.
Reference: McAfee Institute OSINT Techniques
FBI Digital Evidence Collection Guidelines
Chain of Custody for Digital Forensics
A
Explanation:
Digital evidence can change rapidly due to user modifications or platform restrictions. Screen capturesprovide a legally defensible record of information at a given point in time. Tools likeHunchly, Maltego, and OSINT Captureare often used toauthenticatescreenshots and ensure chain-of-custody compliance.
Reference: McAfee Institute OSINT Techniques
FBI Digital Evidence Collection Guidelines
Chain of Custody for Digital Forensics
Question #56
What is a proxy server?
- A . A device that masks your computer IP address to appear you are somewhere else
- B . A household device
- C . A device that hides your information
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
A proxy server is a network intermediary that reroutes internet traffic, masking a user’s true IP address. This technique is widely used incyber intelligence, OSINT investigations, andanonymity-based operations to enhance privacy and bypass geographical restrictions.
Reference: McAfee Institute Cyber Intelligence Investigator Training
Cybersecurity & Proxy Anonymity Reports
Ethical Hacking Guides
A
Explanation:
A proxy server is a network intermediary that reroutes internet traffic, masking a user’s true IP address. This technique is widely used incyber intelligence, OSINT investigations, andanonymity-based operations to enhance privacy and bypass geographical restrictions.
Reference: McAfee Institute Cyber Intelligence Investigator Training
Cybersecurity & Proxy Anonymity Reports
Ethical Hacking Guides
Question #57
What is the most common method used by fraudsters to steal identities?
- A . Phishing
- B . Data breaches
- C . Social engineering
- D . All of the above
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Fraudsters steal identities using a combination of:
Phishing attacks(fake emails and websites).
Massive data breaches(leaking personal details).
Social engineering scams(impersonating trusted sources).
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII Fraud Investigations Guide, OSINT Handbook.
D
Explanation:
Fraudsters steal identities using a combination of:
Phishing attacks(fake emails and websites).
Massive data breaches(leaking personal details).
Social engineering scams(impersonating trusted sources).
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII Fraud Investigations Guide, OSINT Handbook.
Question #58
Are there any laws prohibiting intelligence gathering on social networks?
- A . Some states have restrictions
- B . No laws prevent against it
- C . It is a TOS violation
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
WhileOSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) investigations on social networksare generally legal,some jurisdictions impose restrictionson certain methods, including:
Hacking or unauthorized access(e.g., brute-force attacks to access private profiles).
Impersonation and deception(e.g., creating fake profiles to gather intelligence).
Mass data scraping(e.g., bots collecting user data beyond allowed limits).
Several laws regulate intelligence gathering on social networks, including:
GDPR (EU)C Protects European citizens’ personal data.
CCPA (California)C Gives users the right to control how their data is collected.
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (U.S.)C Prohibits unauthorized access to digital systems.
WhileTerms of Service (TOS) violationscan result inaccount suspensions or bans, they do not necessarily constitute legal violations. However,some OSINT techniques are illegal depending on jurisdiction.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII OSINT Training, Privacy in Practice.
A
Explanation:
WhileOSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) investigations on social networksare generally legal,some jurisdictions impose restrictionson certain methods, including:
Hacking or unauthorized access(e.g., brute-force attacks to access private profiles).
Impersonation and deception(e.g., creating fake profiles to gather intelligence).
Mass data scraping(e.g., bots collecting user data beyond allowed limits).
Several laws regulate intelligence gathering on social networks, including:
GDPR (EU)C Protects European citizens’ personal data.
CCPA (California)C Gives users the right to control how their data is collected.
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (U.S.)C Prohibits unauthorized access to digital systems.
WhileTerms of Service (TOS) violationscan result inaccount suspensions or bans, they do not necessarily constitute legal violations. However,some OSINT techniques are illegal depending on jurisdiction.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII OSINT Training, Privacy in Practice.
Question #59
Investigators should always rely on screenshots as primary evidence in cyber investigations.
- A . True
- B . False
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Screenshots arenot considered primary evidencebecause they can beeasily altered or fabricated.
Digital forensic practices require:
Website archive tools (e.g., Wayback Machine).
Metadata analysisfor verification.
Log extractionsfrom web servers.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII OSINT Techniques, Cyber Crime Investigator’s Field Guide.
B
Explanation:
Screenshots arenot considered primary evidencebecause they can beeasily altered or fabricated.
Digital forensic practices require:
Website archive tools (e.g., Wayback Machine).
Metadata analysisfor verification.
Log extractionsfrom web servers.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII OSINT Techniques, Cyber Crime Investigator’s Field Guide.
Question #60
Auction fraud patterns typically involve trends and medians in the cost structure.
- A . True
- B . False
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Investigators analyzeprice fluctuations, listing patterns, and bidding historyto detectauction fraud. Unusual trends, such asrepeated low-price listings or last-minute bidding wars, indicate fraudulent activities.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII Auction Fraud Analysis, Cyber Crime Investigator’s Field Guide.
A
Explanation:
Investigators analyzeprice fluctuations, listing patterns, and bidding historyto detectauction fraud. Unusual trends, such asrepeated low-price listings or last-minute bidding wars, indicate fraudulent activities.
Reference: McAfee Institute CCII Auction Fraud Analysis, Cyber Crime Investigator’s Field Guide.