SSCP Systems and Application Security Practice Question
To prevent VM escape attacks in a virtualized environment, which of the following is the most critical security measure?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Apply the latest patches to the hypervisor
VM escape exploits vulnerabilities in the hypervisor to break isolation. Regularly patching the hypervisor addresses known vulnerabilities. Disabling guest tools reduces attack surface but may impact functionality. VLAN segmentation and snapshots do not prevent escape.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Disable unnecessary VM guest tools
Why it's wrong here
Reduces attack surface but is less critical than patching.
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Apply the latest patches to the hypervisor
Why this is correct
Patching fixes known vulnerabilities that could be used for VM escape.
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Use VLAN segmentation for VM networks
Why it's wrong here
VLANs isolate network traffic, not hypervisor-level attacks.
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Use snapshots for quick recovery
Why it's wrong here
Snapshots aid recovery but do not prevent escapes.
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