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A scanner reports a critical vulnerability on an internal Linux server. The administrator confirms the vulnerable package is installed, but the affected feature is only enabled when an optional module is loaded, and that module is currently disabled. The server also requires downtime for patching. What is the best next step?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
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Immediately accept the risk and leave the server unchanged
Risk acceptance without validation or documentation is premature in this situation and leaves exposure unreviewed.
B
Best answer
Verify whether the vulnerable function is reachable, then apply a compensating control or schedule remediation
Risk-based remediation starts by confirming exploitability, then choosing the least disruptive control that reduces exposure.
C
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Mark the finding as a false positive and close the ticket
The package is present, so the finding is not automatically a false positive without further validation.
D
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Remove the server from production immediately and rebuild it from scratch
A full rebuild is usually excessive when the issue may be disabled and can be addressed through normal remediation planning.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: NAT rules depend on direction and matching traffic
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
- PAT allows many inside hosts to share one public address using ports.
- Inside local and inside global describe the private and translated addresses.
- NAT ACLs identify traffic for translation, not always security filtering.
TExam Day Tips
- Identify inside and outside interfaces first.
- Check whether the scenario needs static NAT, dynamic NAT or PAT.
- Do not confuse NAT matching ACLs with normal packet-filtering intent.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Verify whether the vulnerable function is reachable, then apply a compensating control or schedule remediation — The best next step is to validate whether the vulnerable code is actually reachable, then choose remediation based on the confirmed exposure. A scanner finding is not enough by itself to prove exploitability, especially when an optional module is disabled. If the vulnerability is reachable, the team should either patch during a maintenance window or apply a compensating control such as segmentation or service restriction until the fix is deployed. That approach balances risk and operational impact. Why others are wrong: Immediate risk acceptance skips essential verification and management review. Marking the finding as a false positive is not justified just because the code path may be disabled; that still needs evidence. Rebuilding the server is far more disruptive than necessary and may not be required if the vulnerable feature is not active or if a controlled patch is feasible.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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