Exam CAS-004 topic 1 question 330 discussion

The vulnerabilities mentioned in the scenario pertain to various aspects of endpoint security. To mitigate these risks, the following actions should be taken: D. Unneeded services disabled: Disabling unnecessary services helps minimize the attack surface by reducing potential entry points for attackers. E. Patching: Regularly applying security patches ensures that vulnerabilities in the software are addressed, reducing the likelihood of exploitation. G. Removal of unused accounts: Deactivating or removing accounts for terminated personnel ensures that unauthorized individuals cannot access the system using those accounts.

Wow finally a straightforward "Choose 3" question.

Various unsecured open ports: These can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access or to launch attacks. Solution: D. Unneeded services disabled. Active accounts for terminated personnel: These can be used for unauthorized access. Solution: G. Removal of unused accounts. Endpoint protection software with legacy versions: Outdated software may have known vulnerabilities that can be exploited. Solution: E. Patching.