CertNexus ITS-110 Exam - Topic 1 Question 36 Discussion

Actual exam question for CertNexus's ITS-110 exam

Question #: 36
Topic #: 1

An IoT manufacturer needs to ensure that firmware flaws can be addressed even after their devices have been deployed. Which of the following methods should the manufacturer use to meet this requirement?

AEnsure that the bootloader can be accessed remotely using Secure Shell (SSH)

BEnsure that a writable copy of the device's configuration is stored in flash memory

CEnsure that device can accept Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware updates

DEnsure that ail firmware is signed using digital certificates prior to deployment

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Suggested Answer: B

by Rory at Jul 03, 2024, 05:05 PM

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Coletta

3 months ago

B doesn't sound like it would help with firmware flaws at all.

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Horace

3 months ago

Wait, can devices really be updated after deployment?

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Carlee

4 months ago

A seems risky, SSH access could be exploited.

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Osvaldo

4 months ago

I think D is just as important for security.

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Terrilyn

4 months ago

C is definitely the way to go for OTA updates!

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Hector

4 months ago

I agree with C, but I also think having a writable configuration in flash memory could be useful for troubleshooting. It's a tough choice!

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Rosio

5 months ago

I feel like option D is also important because signing firmware can prevent malicious updates, but it doesn't help with fixing flaws after deployment.

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Vonda

5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about secure bootloaders. Option A seems relevant, but I feel like it doesn't directly address firmware flaws.

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Leanna

5 months ago

I think the best option here is C, the OTA firmware updates. We discussed how important it is to update devices remotely in our last study session.

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Herminia

5 months ago

I think the key here is remote access and updating capabilities. Option C about OTA firmware updates seems like the most comprehensive solution to address flaws after deployment. The other options are more limited in scope.

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Nidia

5 months ago

I'm a little confused by the wording of the question. Is it asking about the best method, or just a method that would work? I want to make sure I understand the requirement clearly before selecting an answer.

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Samira

5 months ago

Okay, I've got this. The answer is C - ensuring the device can accept Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware updates. That's the most flexible and secure way to push out updates to devices in the field.

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Jules

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. There are a few options presented, but I'm not sure which one is the best approach to meet the requirement of addressing firmware flaws after deployment.

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Darci

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about firmware updates for IoT devices. I think the key is to focus on methods that allow the manufacturer to remotely update the firmware after deployment.

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Malcolm

5 months ago

I've got a good strategy for this. I'll start by eliminating the options that are clearly not IP rights, then focus on selecting the three that are. Methodologies and risk assessments don't seem to fit.

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Charlena

5 months ago

Hmm, the image shows a button with the text "Cancel", so I'm guessing the selector needs to target that specific button. I'll have to double-check the syntax of the answer choices.

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