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A user with an outdated operating system is consistently browsing sensitive websites such as banking, email, and corporate intranets. The Internet browser of choice is one that has already lost…
The correct answer is C. Move to an alternate browser that still has consistent security update support. Using an outdated browser without security updates, especially on sensitive websites, is a major security risk. The most effective remedy is to switch to a modern browser that receives regular security patches to protect against known vulnerabilities.
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A user with an outdated operating system is consistently browsing sensitive websites such as banking, email, and corporate intranets. The Internet browser of choice is one that has already lost patch support and is not updated anymore. Which of the following actions will remedy this situation?
Options
- AUninstall all unused browser extensions and toolbars to help reduce risks.
- BConvert the user's account to an admin level account, to provide better overall security.
- CMove to an alternate browser that still has consistent security update support.
- DInstall multiple anti-malware and firewall products to harden the computing experience.
How the community answered
(25 responses)- A4% (1)
- B4% (1)
- C80% (20)
- D12% (3)
Why each option
Using an outdated browser without security updates, especially on sensitive websites, is a major security risk. The most effective remedy is to switch to a modern browser that receives regular security patches to protect against known vulnerabilities.
While good practice, uninstalling extensions will not mitigate the fundamental security vulnerabilities of an unpatched browser.
Converting to an admin-level account would decrease security, as it grants elevated privileges to potential malware.
An internet browser that has lost patch support is highly vulnerable to security exploits, making it extremely risky for browsing sensitive websites. Migrating to an actively supported browser that receives consistent security updates is essential to protect user data and maintain a secure online experience.
While installing multiple anti-malware and firewall products can add layers of defense, they cannot fully compensate for the inherent vulnerabilities of an unpatched, end-of-life browser.
Concept tested: Browser security and lifecycle
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/operating-system-security/browsers/security-baseline-microsoft-edge
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