What is the purpose of intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS)?

The correct answer is B. To monitor network traffic for malicious activity. Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) primarily monitor network traffic and system activity for signs of malicious behavior, policy violations, or known attack patterns. While answer D sounds plausible, it describes an outcome rather than the core function. The…

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ATo authenticate users when accessing a network
BTo monitor network traffic for malicious activity
CTo provide remote access to a network
DTo detect and prevent unauthorized access to a network

How the community answered

(37 responses)

A
5% (2)
B
92% (34)
C
3% (1)

Explanation

Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) primarily monitor network traffic and system activity for signs of malicious behavior, policy violations, or known attack patterns. While answer D sounds plausible, it describes an outcome rather than the core function. The fundamental purpose is monitoring - detection identifies threats passively, while prevention actively blocks them. Authentication (A) is handled by IAM systems, and remote access (C) is the role of VPNs or RAS solutions.

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