312-50V13 Question #406: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

Given below are different steps involved in the vulnerability-management life cycle. 1) Remediation 2) Identify assets and create a baseline 3) Verification 4) Monitor 5) Vulnerability scan 6) Risk assessment Identify the correct sequence of steps involved in vulnerability management.

Options

• A2-->5-->6-->1-->3-->4
• B2-->1-->5-->6-->4-->3
• C2-->4-->5-->3-->6--> 1
• D1-->2-->3-->4-->5-->6

Explanation

The correct sequence for the vulnerability management lifecycle starts with identifying assets, followed by scanning, assessing risks, remediating, verifying fixes, and continuously monitoring.

Common mistakes.

• B. This sequence places remediation before scanning and risk assessment, which is illogical as you must identify and prioritize vulnerabilities before fixing them.
• C. This sequence places monitoring and verification incorrectly, as monitoring should be continuous and verification occurs after remediation.
• D. This sequence starts with remediation and follows an incorrect order, not aligning with standard vulnerability management practices.

Concept tested. Vulnerability management lifecycle

Reference. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/security-center/security-center-vulnerability-management-recommendations

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