Which script category is designed for minimal impact on target systems?

• A. Intrusive
• B. Malware
• C. Safe
• D. Fuzzer

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is choosing scripts that minimize risk to the target. A Safe script category is designed to be non-destructive: it works in a way that avoids altering data, configurations, or system state, often operating with limited privileges or in a controlled/sandboxed context. It focuses on information gathering and benign checks—banner grabbing, port availability, version banners, or read-only enumeration—without changing anything on the system.

Intrusive scripts aim to test exploits or push beyond safe boundaries, so they can disrupt or damage systems. Malware is intended to do harm. Fuzzer scripts test how systems handle unexpected input, and while they reveal bugs, they can still cause crashes or instability. In contrast, Safe scripts are chosen when the priority is to preserve system stability while collecting useful information.