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SSCP Practice Question: A critical vulnerability is discovered in an…
A critical vulnerability is discovered in an application currently in use. What should be done first?
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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Test the patch in a non-production environment
Testing the patch in a non-production environment ensures it does not break functionality before deployment. Immediate deployment risks downtime. Disabling the application or notifying users are reactive steps, not the first.
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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Notify users to stop using the application
Why it's wrong here
Notification is secondary; technical mitigation is primary.
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Disable the application until patch is ready
Why it's wrong here
This is disruptive; testing should come first.
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Deploy the patch immediately to all systems
Why it's wrong here
Immediate deployment may cause system instability.
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Test the patch in a non-production environment
Why this is correct
Testing verifies patch stability before production rollout.
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