The life-cycle stage in which attackers learn about connected systems inside the environment is called internal _____.

### Why this is right The material calls post-entry information gathering about connected systems **internal reconnaissance**. ### The concept Reconnaissance means gathering information. Before initial compromise, the attacker may gather information about a target. After establishing access, internal reconnaissance concerns learning about systems and connections inside the environment. The word internal distinguishes this activity from pre-entry preparation. ### Terms - **Internal reconnaissance**: Information gathering about systems and connections inside an environment the attacker has entered. ### Remember “Internal” points to information gathering after entry.