1Z0-997-26 Security Practice Question
Which OCI service checks compute instances and container images for known software vulnerabilities and malware?
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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OCI Vulnerability Scanning Service
OCI Vulnerability Scanning Service (VSS) routinely inspects host operating systems and container images for security vulnerabilities and missing patches.
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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OCI Cloud Guard
Why it's wrong here
Cloud Guard monitors misconfigurations and posture, whereas VSS performs deep host and container vulnerability scanning.
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OCI Vulnerability Scanning Service
Why this is correct
VSS automatically scans compute hosts and container images to identify security flaws and vulnerabilities.
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OCI Identity and Access Management
Why it's wrong here
IAM handles authentication and authorization, not vulnerability detection.
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OCI Application Performance Monitoring
Why it's wrong here
APM is used for monitoring application availability and performance metrics.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Oracle exam blueprint
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