Vulnerability Remediation

Question 1

Patching

Answer 1

is the process of applying updates to software, applications, or operating systems to fix vulnerabilities, address bugs, improve functionality, or enhance security

Question 2

Insurance

Answer 2

refers to cyber insurance, which is a type of insurance designed to help organizations mitigate the financial risks associated with cyber incidents, such as data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other forms of cybercrime

Question 3

Segmentation

Answer 3

refers to the practice of dividing a network into smaller, more manageable segments or zones to enhance security, improve performance, and limit the impact of security breaches.

Question 4

Physical Segmentation

Answer 4

refers to the practice of physically separating different parts of a network or system to enhance security and control access to sensitive data and resources

Question 5

Logical segmentation w/VLANS

Answer 5

involves dividing a single physical network into multiple logical networks. This approach enhances security, improves network performance, and simplifies network management without the need for additional physical infrastructure

Question 6

Compensating controls

Answer 6

are security measures that are implemented to provide alternative protection when primary controls are not feasible, practical, or effective