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SY0-701 · Question #774

SY0-701 Question #774: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is A: Platform hardening. Platform hardening locks down development hosts, removing unnecessary services and closing unused ports, so attackers have fewer vulnerabilities to exploit. An application allow list ensures only approved, vetted software can run in the environment, preventing malicious or untest

Submitted by amina.ke· Mar 6, 2026Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations

Question

An organization found gaps in its software development environment and is implementing compensating controls to better protect its systems from external threats. Which of the following would be most effective? (Choose two.)

Options

  • APlatform hardening
  • BExpanded logging
  • CNetwork segmentation
  • DAccess control
  • EData encryption
  • FApplication allow list

Explanation

Platform hardening locks down development hosts, removing unnecessary services and closing unused ports, so attackers have fewer vulnerabilities to exploit. An application allow list ensures only approved, vetted software can run in the environment, preventing malicious or untested code

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