CS0-003 · Question #574
A vulnerability scan shows the following issues: At the same time, the following security advisory was released: "A zero-day vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10 may be affecting your web server. The
The correct answer is D. Forward the advisory to the web security team and initiate the prioritization strategy for the other. CySA+ emphasizes communication, coordination, and prioritization-forwarding the advisory ensures the right team is informed and can begin mitigation or monitoring. Simultaneously, prioritizing known critical vulnerabilities (like the storage server and firewall) aligns with best
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A vulnerability scan shows the following issues:
At the same time, the following security advisory was released:
"A zero-day vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10 may be affecting your web server. The vendor is working on a patch or workaround." Which of the following actions should the security analyst take first?
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- AContact the web systems administrator and request that they shut down the asset.
- BMonitor the patch releases for all items and escalate patching to the appropriate team.
- CRun the vulnerability scan again to verify the presence of the critical finding.
- DForward the advisory to the web security team and initiate the prioritization strategy for the other
How the community answered
(57 responses)- A5% (3)
- B14% (8)
- C7% (4)
- D74% (42)
Explanation
CySA+ emphasizes communication, coordination, and prioritization-forwarding the advisory ensures the right team is informed and can begin mitigation or monitoring. Simultaneously, prioritizing known critical vulnerabilities (like the storage server and firewall) aligns with best practices in vulnerability management and risk reduction.
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