You have many software packages available to choose from when preparing for a vulnerability scan. What precautions should be taken when running a basic vulnerability scan, regardless of the package us

The correct answer is D. You should disable DoS attacks. Vulnerability scanning tools are helpful for checking systems on your network. However, they can break some systems. Be careful with password guessing modules, as they can lock out legitimate users. Denial of Service (DoS) attacks are another type to avoid, as they can srach syst

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Question

You have many software packages available to choose from when preparing for a vulnerability scan. What precautions should be taken when running a basic vulnerability scan, regardless of the package used?

Options

AYou should disable all plug-ins
BYou should avoid any GUI and stick to the command line
CYou should only use your own custom plug-ins
DYou should disable DoS attacks

How the community answered

(42 responses)

A
7% (3)
B
5% (2)
C
2% (1)
D
86% (36)

Explanation

Vulnerability scanning tools are helpful for checking systems on your network. However, they can break some systems. Be careful with password guessing modules, as they can lock out legitimate users. Denial of Service (DoS) attacks are another type to avoid, as they can srach systems.

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#vulnerability scanning#DoS plugin prevention#scan safety practices#scanner configuration

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