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Which step should be performed immediately after identifying a critical vulnerability affecting internet-facing systems?
The correct answer is B. Apply the vendor patch or mitigation. When a critical vulnerability is identified, remediation steps such as applying patches or configuration changes should be implemented immediately to prevent exploitation.
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Question
Which step should be performed immediately after identifying a critical vulnerability affecting internet-facing systems?
Options
- ADocument the vulnerability in the annual security report.
- BApply the vendor patch or mitigation.
- CSchedule a quarterly penetration test.
- DChange the default administrator passwords.
How the community answered
(20 responses)- A5% (1)
- B75% (15)
- C5% (1)
- D15% (3)
Explanation
When a critical vulnerability is identified, remediation steps such as applying patches or configuration changes should be implemented immediately to prevent exploitation.
Topics
#patch management#vulnerability remediation#internet-facing systems#vulnerability management
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