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Which of the following steps should an incident handler follow to handle malware incidents safely?

  1. Use sandbox environment for malware investigation

  2. Run malware on a live system

  3. Execute malware files directly

  4. Store malware files on the main server

The correct answer is: Use sandbox environment for malware investigation

Using a sandbox environment for malware investigation is crucial for safely handling malware incidents. Sandboxing provides a controlled environment where malware can be executed without risking the integrity and security of the main operating system or network. This isolation prevents any potential harm that the malware could inflict if it were run directly on a live system. The sandbox can monitor the malware's behavior, allowing incident handlers to analyze its effects, understand its functionality, and gather threat intelligence without exposing their infrastructure to dangerous consequences. This practice is vital for effective malware analysis and incident response while minimizing risks to organizational systems.