Which types of controls are MOST useful during the eradication process after a cyberattack has been contained?

The correct answer is C. Corrective. Corrective controls are most useful during the eradication process after a cyberattack has been contained. These controls are designed to eliminate the root cause of the attack, fix vulnerabilities, and restore systems to their normal, secure state. This helps to ensure that…

Submitted by anjalisingh· Apr 18, 2026Information Security Incident Management

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Options

ADetective
BPreventive
CCorrective
DDeterrent

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A
5% (3)
B
3% (2)
C
82% (51)
D
10% (6)

Explanation

Corrective controls are most useful during the eradication process after a cyberattack has been contained. These controls are designed to eliminate the root cause of the attack, fix vulnerabilities, and restore systems to their normal, secure state. This helps to ensure that the attack is fully addressed and prevents further damage.

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#Incident Management#Eradication Phase#Corrective Controls#Security Controls

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