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CISA Practice Question: During an incident, the IT team identifies that a…
During an incident, the IT team identifies that a critical patch was not applied due to an expired software maintenance contract. Which of the following is the BEST long-term remediation?
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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Implement a vulnerability management program
A vulnerability management program ensures systematic identification and remediation of missing patches, addressing the root cause. Immediate patching and isolation are tactical; renewing the contract is necessary but not a process improvement.
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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Renew the maintenance contract
Why it's wrong here
Renewal is part of the solution but a program is needed to manage patches.
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Apply the patch immediately
Why it's wrong here
Immediate patching is reactive and does not prevent recurrence.
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Isolate the affected system
Why it's wrong here
Isolation mitigates immediate risk but does not fix the process.
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Implement a vulnerability management program
Why this is correct
Correct: A formal program ensures patches are timely and contracts are monitored.
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