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A security scan finds a critical patch missing on a public-facing web server. The patch has already been tested in the lab and approved for deployment. What should the operations team do next?
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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Ignore the finding because the server is already protected by a firewall
A firewall reduces exposure, but it does not remove the underlying software vulnerability.
B
Best answer
Deploy the patch through the normal change process as soon as possible
A tested and approved patch should be moved into production quickly through the standard change process to reduce exposure.
C
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Mark the vulnerability as accepted risk without notifying the business
Risk acceptance requires authorization, documentation, and business awareness, not quiet dismissal.
D
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Remove the web server from the asset inventory to prevent the scanner from finding it
Hiding assets does not improve security and prevents proper visibility and maintenance.
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: Deploy the patch through the normal change process as soon as possible — The correct action is to deploy the patch through the normal change process as soon as possible. The patch has already been tested and approved, so the main remaining task is implementation. Because the server is public-facing and the vulnerability is critical, exposure should be reduced quickly while still following change management so the business can track the update and rollback if needed. Why others are wrong: A firewall is not a substitute for patching a known critical flaw. Risk acceptance is possible in some cases, but not when a fix is already validated and the system is exposed to the internet. Removing the server from inventory is an audit and operational failure, not a mitigation. The right move is prompt, controlled remediation.
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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