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220-1002 Question #752: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B: Install Windows Updates.. NOTE: This scenario closely matches classic rogue antivirus behavior-a fake security tool that reports alarming threats and pressures the user to call a paid 'technical support' number. In that context, removing the rogue application (A) should be the true first step, since the t

Question

A user's antivirus recently expired, so the user downloaded and installed a free system protection application. The application found numerous rootkits, Trojans, viruses, and missing critical patches. It was unable to fix all the issues, however, and suggested the user call technical support. Which of the following is the FIRST step to begin repairing the computer?

Options

  • ARemove the rogue antivirus.
  • BInstall Windows Updates.
  • CReimage the computer.
  • DCall the technical support number.

Explanation

NOTE: This scenario closely matches classic rogue antivirus behavior-a fake security tool that reports alarming threats and pressures the user to call a paid 'technical support' number. In that context, removing the rogue application (A) should be the true first step, since the tool itself is likely malware and its scan results cannot be trusted. However, if the exam treats the downloaded tool as legitimate and the detected threats as genuine, installing Windows Updates (B) patches known vulnerabilities that the malware exploited, reducing re-infection risk. Reimaging (C) is a valid last resort but not the first step. Calling the suspicious support number (D) would likely result in a social engineering attack.

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