Exam SY0-701 topic 1 question 44 discussion

To prevent future incidents of the same nature

Without RCA, we can't prevent repeats.

Root cause analysis (RCA) is an important part of incident response because its primary goal is to identify the underlying cause of an incident so that measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

Root cause analysis is fundamental to preventing future incidents by addressing the underlying issues rather than merely treating the symptoms. This approach helps build a more resilient security infrastructure. Also, Conducting RCA contributes to continuous improvement in security practices, policies, and technologies, enhancing the organization's overall security posture.

that's the purpose of root cause

Root cause analysis ■ Identifies the incident’s source and how to prevent it in the future