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PCCET · Question #231

How can local systems eliminate vulnerabilities?

The correct answer is A. Patch systems and software effectively and continuously. The most effective and broadly applicable method for eliminating known vulnerabilities on local systems is continuous and effective patch management - regularly applying security updates and patches released by vendors. Choice B is a technique used in software development, not…

Submitted by rachelw· Apr 18, 2026Endpoint Security

Question

How can local systems eliminate vulnerabilities?

Options

  • APatch systems and software effectively and continuously.
  • BCreate preventative memory-corruption techniques.
  • CPerform an attack on local systems.
  • DTest and deploy patches on a focused set of systems.

How the community answered

(56 responses)
  • A
    93% (52)
  • B
    4% (2)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    2% (1)

Explanation

The most effective and broadly applicable method for eliminating known vulnerabilities on local systems is continuous and effective patch management - regularly applying security updates and patches released by vendors. Choice B is a technique used in software development, not a general system hardening strategy. Choice C (performing an attack) describes offensive security testing, not remediation. Choice D limits patching to a focused subset of systems, which leaves others exposed and does not represent a complete vulnerability elimination strategy.

Topics

#Vulnerability Management#Patch Management#System Hardening#Endpoint Protection

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