Following the completion of a network security assessment, which of the following can BEST be demonstrated?

The correct answer is A. The effectiveness of controls can be accurately measured. A network security assessment is a process of evaluating the security posture of a network by identifying and analyzing vulnerabilities, threats, and risks. The results of the assessment can help measure how well the network controls are performing and where they need improvement

Submitted by devops_kid· Mar 5, 2026Security Assessment and Testing

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AThe effectiveness of controls can be accurately measured
BA penetration test of the network will fail
CThe network is compliant to industry standards
DAll unpatched vulnerabilities have been identified

How the community answered

(37 responses)

A
84% (31)
B
3% (1)
C
5% (2)
D
8% (3)

Explanation

A network security assessment is a process of evaluating the security posture of a network by identifying and analyzing vulnerabilities, threats, and risks. The results of the assessment can help measure how well the network controls are performing and where they need improvement.

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#network security assessment#control effectiveness#security metrics#vulnerability management

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