Which security function enables a firewall to validate the operating system version of a device before granting it network access?

Question

Options

• ASandboxing
• BStateless packet inspection
• CHost intrusion prevention system (HIPS)
• DIdentity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR)

• A
  13% (5)
• B
  3% (1)
• C
  78% (31)
• D
  8% (3)

Explanation

Host Intrusion Prevention Systems (HIPS) operate on endpoints to enforce security policies by monitoring system calls, file integrity, and configuration settings. HIPS can validate device compliance, including operating system versions and patch levels, before permitting network access. This capability prevents vulnerable or outdated devices from becoming attack vectors. Palo Alto Networks integrates HIPS functionalities in its endpoint security solutions, providing granular control to enforce organizational security standards and reduce risk from non-compliant endpoints. Unlike network-based inspection, HIPS works locally on hosts to stop threats at their

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