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200-201 Practice Question: A security policy requires that all endpoints…
A security policy requires that all endpoints have host-based firewalls enabled. A user reports that an application stopped working after a recent update. What should the analyst do?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Create an exception rule for the application.
Creating an exception maintains firewall policy while allowing the app. Option A violates policy. Option C may revert security patches. Options D and E are less direct.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Escalate to the application vendor.
Why it's wrong here
Not the first step.
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Create an exception rule for the application.
Why this is correct
Aligns with policy while solving issue.
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Roll back the update.
Why it's wrong here
May revert security fixes.
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Disable the host firewall for that user.
Why it's wrong here
Violates security policy.
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Reinstall the application.
Why it's wrong here
Unlikely to resolve firewall block.
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