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100-160 · Question #1

Why is it necessary to update firmware to the latest version?

The correct answer is C. To correct security holes and weaknesses. Keeping firmware up to date is necessary to patch security vulnerabilities and weaknesses that could be exploited by threat actors. Vendors release firmware updates to correct security flaws, enhance stability, and ensure compatibility with updated security protocols.

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Question

Why is it necessary to update firmware to the latest version?

Options

  • ATo support the latest operating systems and applications
  • BTo patch firmware in the kernel of the operating system
  • CTo correct security holes and weaknesses
  • DTo explore new hardware features

How the community answered

(53 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • C
    92% (49)
  • D
    6% (3)

Explanation

Keeping firmware up to date is necessary to patch security vulnerabilities and weaknesses that could be exploited by threat actors. Vendors release firmware updates to correct security flaws, enhance stability, and ensure compatibility with updated security protocols.

Topics

#firmware updates#patch management#endpoint hardening#vulnerability mitigation

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