Exam 220-1102 topic 1 question 10 discussion

It's a SOHO environment, meaning there are only a few machines. You can certainly manually check each one.

I'm not sure how sending a sample to the vendor will help with checking other machines.

SOHO is the key word here, not a lot of computers. so A) creating a script might take more work then just checking the small number of computers. B) reporting the virus doesn't fix it D) once again, a bit extreme for a small network. A and D would be appropriate for a large network.

B & C are both correct but C is the best answer because reporting to the antivirus vendor can that weeks to month before the next update is released and in that time frame the entire network might have been crippled. in an enterprise environment that is the best option because a lot of companies have direct contact to their antivirus provider. but this is a SOHO with maybe 5-10 computers. it will take less than 24hr to search and delete the file or program.

The question states that it is a soho , it does not say anything about being on a domain. While I agree that the tech should send a sample to the anti-virus vendor that is step two not step one. It is 1 file to check for so check manually the few soho machines. And when the antivirus vendor updates their software then you can run the software.

they are asking MOST effective way to check other machines not how to remediate the unknow virus, The script seems like a good idea but the technician does not have a specific file, option b is ruled out because they are not asking how to remedy the virus, option d does not make much sense, I think the most logical is option c

Here's why this is the best approach: The antivirus vendor can analyze the unknown executable to determine if it is indeed a new or variant form of malware. They have the expertise and tools to thoroughly investigate the file. If the file is confirmed to be malicious, the antivirus vendor can update their virus definitions to detect and remove the threat. This ensures that all machines protected by their antivirus software will be able to detect and handle the malware. This approach not only protects the machines within the current network but also helps other users globally who might be exposed to the same threat. While other options like running a startup script, manually checking each machine, or monitoring outbound network traffic can help in identifying or mitigating the issue, they are less comprehensive and may miss variations of the malware or fail to detect it completely. Providing a sample to the antivirus vendor ensures a thorough and expert analysis, leading to a more robust and effective solution.

The answer is C

I can't answer this question. C is good for RIGHT NOW. B is good for LONG TERM. How long before Antivirus will be updated? This is a serious question I do not know the answer. SOHO size may determine which i do first.

Chat GPT by itself I often mistrust for these questions. But when Gemini suggests the same answer, I am more inclined to believe it. They both picked B: Here's why: Targeted approach: Submitting the unknown executable to the antivirus vendor allows them to analyze the file and potentially identify the threat. This targeted approach can lead to the creation of specific signatures that can accurately detect the threat on other machines. Scalability: Compared to manually checking each machine (option C), submitting a sample is much more efficient, especially in a SOHO environment with multiple devices. Future protection: If the vendor identifies the threat and creates a signature, it will not only help detect existing infections but also prevent future infections on all protected machines. Here's why not C: This is very time-consuming and impractical, even in a SOHO environment of up to 10 people. Additionally, manual searches might miss the threat if it's hiding or disguised.

C would be feasible in a SOHO, but it is far from being the MOST EFFECTIVE way of dealing with viruses, unless you are a professional malware analyzer, and better than a whole team analyzing it, as it would be in a Antivirus vendor company. Spoiler, you aren't.

B. Provide a sample to the antivirus vendor. Providing a sample of the unknown executable to the antivirus vendor is a prudent step to identify and address the potential threat. Antivirus vendors can analyze the sample, develop detection signatures, and provide updates to their antivirus software to detect and remove the threat from other machines on the network. This approach helps protect all machines in the network without having to manually check each one (Option C), which can be time-consuming and less effective. Monitoring outbound network traffic (Option D) may help identify suspicious activity but may not directly lead to the identification of the specific threat. Running a startup script to remove files by name (Option A) may not be effective if the threat has multiple variants with random string names.

"the most effective way" so i think its B. CHATGPT also said is B

Easy to check SOHO network units manually, given that there are only a few units

Given these options, B. Provide a sample to the antivirus vendor is the MOST effective way to check other machines on the network for this unknown threat. This way, once the vendor updates their definitions, all machines running the updated antivirus will be able to detect and potentially remove the threat

B makes sense for this answer, because it would be easier to consult the antivirus distributor to set an automated way to check codes inside of machine that has this rogue line and to add it to their definitions incase the attack/mistake is created again. You can check each individually, but it's less inefficient and has less long term security.

it is clearly stated that the virus is unknown to the technician. so the best way will be to send a sample to the vendor so they can send some useful information as they have a bigger base?