The help desk receives multiple calls indicating machines with an outdated OS version are running slowly. Several users report seeing virus detection alerts. Which of the following mitigation techniqu

The correct answer is A. Patching. Outdated operating systems are a primary vector for malware and performance issues. Ensuring that all machines are fully patched closes known vulnerabilities that attackers exploit - reducing infections and restoring system stability.

Submitted by andreas_gr· Mar 6, 2026Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations

Question

The help desk receives multiple calls indicating machines with an outdated OS version are running slowly. Several users report seeing virus detection alerts. Which of the following mitigation techniques should be reviewed first?

Options

APatching
BSegmentation
CMonitoring
DIsolation

How the community answered

(23 responses)

A
83% (19)
B
9% (2)
C
4% (1)
D
4% (1)

Explanation

Outdated operating systems are a primary vector for malware and performance issues. Ensuring that all machines are fully patched closes known vulnerabilities that attackers exploit - reducing infections and restoring system stability.

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