An IDS follows a two-step process consisting of a passive component and an active component. Which of the following is part of the active component?
A)Inspection of password files to detect inadvisable passwords
B)Mechanisms put in place to reenact known methods of attack and record system responses
C)Inspection of system to detect policy violations
D)Inspection of configuration files to detect inadvisable settings

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The active component of an IDS (Intrusion Detection System) involves proactive measures such as simulating attacks to understand how the system responds, which is described in option B. This helps in identifying potential vulnerabilities and improving the system's defenses.

An IDS Follows a Two-Step Process Consisting of a Passive