A newly identified network access vulnerability has been found in the OS of legacy IoT devices. Which of the following would best mitigate this vulnerability quickly?
A newly identified network access vulnerability has been found in the OS of legacy IoT devices. Which of the following would best mitigate this vulnerability quickly?
To quickly mitigate a newly identified network access vulnerability in the OS of legacy IoT devices, the best approach would be segmentation. Segmentation involves creating isolated networks or subnets to contain and limit the potential spread of vulnerabilities. This method is effective for legacy devices, as they may not receive patches anymore or the process of applying patches could be complex and time-consuming. Segmentation provides an immediate and practical solution to minimize the risk while longer-term strategies such as replacement can be considered.
I've not heard of patching legacy devices... Professor Messer would be disappointed.
Patching is a common method for addressing vulnerabilities. However, in the case of legacy devices, patches may no longer be provided, or applying new patches may be difficult. Therefore, it is not suitable as a quick mitigation method, making C. Segmentation the correct answer.
Segmentation would best mitigate the network access vulnerability in the OS of legacy IoT devices quickly. By segmenting the network, you can isolate the vulnerable devices from the rest of the network, thereby limiting potential access and reducing the risk of exploitation. This is often faster than patching or replacing the devices, especially if patches are not immediately available or replacement is not feasible in the short term.
I retract my previous answer. You can't do patching on legacy stuff...MY BAD!
Key word is legacy device. Patches may not be available. Segmentation will also be a valid solution for legacy IoT devices. Answer is C.
theres always trolls/mislead people. legacy devices arent supported anymore. segmentation is the way to go. theres always vulnerabilities in IOT devices. what do you do if you need to use them? SEGMENTATION.
Question #: 729 Topic #: 1 [All SY0-601 Questions] A newly identified network access vulnerability has been found in the OS of legacy IoT devices. Which of the following would best mitigate this vulnerability quickly? A. Insurance B. Patching C. Segmentation D. Replacement Patching doesn't work as it's legacy, Segregation is the quickest option of the remaining three.
Network segmentation could limit the potential impact of the vulnerability but does not address the vulnerability in the devices.
The option that would best mitigate the vulnerability quickly is patching (option B). Patching involves applying updates or fixes provided by the software vendor to address known vulnerabilities or weaknesses in the system. By promptly patching the OS of the legacy IoT devices, the vulnerability can be mitigated, reducing the risk of exploitation by malicious actors. This is typically the quickest and most direct way to address known vulnerabilities and enhance the security posture of the devices.