Exam CV0-004 topic 1 question 39 discussion

The correct answer is: A. Scanning ⸻ ✅ Explanation: In vulnerability management, scanning refers specifically to the process of discovering vulnerabilities by: • Using automated tools to inspect systems, applications, and networks • Detecting known vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and outdated software • Producing a list of potential security issues for further analysis This is the initial discovery phase, where vulnerabilities are uncovered. ⸻ ❌ Why the other options are less accurate: • B. Assessment – Involves analyzing the impact and risk of discovered vulnerabilities, not the discovery itself. • C. Remediation – Refers to the process of fixing or mitigating vulnerabilities. • D. Identification – Sometimes used interchangeably, but more commonly refers to confirming which vulnerabilities are real after scanning.

"NEWLY" Discovered vulnerabilities need to be Identified. The act of just finding vulnerabilities is through scanning

Step 1 - Scan (choice A) Step 2 - Identify Step 3 - Assess Step 4 - Remediate