312-50V12 Question #169: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

Recently, the employees of a company have been receiving emails that seem to be from their colleagues, but with suspicious attachments. When opened, these attachments appear to install malware on their systems. The IT department suspects that this is a targeted malware attack. Which of the following measures would be the most effective in preventing such attacks?

Options

• ADisabling Autorun functionality on all drives
• BAvoiding the use of outdated web browsers and email software
• CRegularly scan systems for any new files and examine them
• DApplying the latest patches and updating software programs

Explanation

The company is experiencing targeted malware attacks via email attachments. The most effective preventative measure is to ensure all software is updated and patched to remediate known vulnerabilities.

Common mistakes.

• A. Disabling Autorun primarily prevents malware execution from removable media and does not directly address malware delivered via email attachments.
• B. While avoiding outdated software is beneficial, applying patches and updates (D) is a more direct and encompassing measure to fix security flaws that malware exploits.
• C. Regularly scanning systems is a reactive detection and response measure, not a primary preventive measure against the initial installation of malware.

Concept tested. Software patching and vulnerability management for malware prevention

Reference. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/protect-your-pc-from-viruses-other-malware-07206103-68d7-b31c-03ba-170f074d6c4a

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