What is a dependency for the functionality of signature-based malware detection?

The correct answer is A. Frequent database updates. Signature-based malware detection relies on a constantly updated database of known threat signatures to identify malicious files or activity. Without frequent updates, it becomes ineffective against newly emerging threats.

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AFrequent database updates
BSupport of a DLP device
CAPI integration with a sandbox
DEnabling quality of service

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Signature-based malware detection relies on a constantly updated database of known threat signatures to identify malicious files or activity. Without frequent updates, it becomes ineffective against newly emerging threats.

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