SK0-005 · Question #234
A technician recently applied a patch to a working server. After rebooting, the technician notices the server is unable to connect to a nearby database server. The technician validates a connection…
The correct answer is C. Check the firewall rules. A host firewall is a software that controls the incoming and outgoing network traffic on a server based on predefined rules and filters. It can block or allow certain ports, protocols, or addresses that are used for communication with other servers or devices. If a server is…
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A technician recently applied a patch to a working server. After rebooting, the technician notices the server is unable to connect to a nearby database server. The technician validates a connection can be made to the database from another host. Which of the following is the best NEXT step to restore connectivity?
Options
- AEnable HIDS.
- BChange the service account permissions.
- CCheck the firewall rules.
- DRoll back the applied patch.
How the community answered
(53 responses)- A6% (3)
- B8% (4)
- C72% (38)
- D15% (8)
Explanation
A host firewall is a software that controls the incoming and outgoing network traffic on a server based on predefined rules and filters. It can block or allow certain ports, protocols, or addresses that are used for communication with other servers or devices. If a server is unable to connect to another server after applying a patch, it is possible that the patch changed or added a firewall rule that prevents the connection. The administrator should check the host firewall rule and modify it if necessary to restore connectivity.
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