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CompTIA CS0-003 Exam - Topic 3 Question 42 Discussion

A security analyst is improving an organization's vulnerability management program. The analyst cross-checks the current reports with the system's infrastructure teams, but the reports do not accurately reflect the current patching levels. Which of the following will most likely correct the report errors?
C) Configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed
A) Updating the engine of the vulnerability scanning tool
B) Installing patches through a centralized system
D) Resetting the scanning tool's plug-ins to default

CompTIA CS0-003 Exam - Topic 3 Question 42 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's CS0-003 exam
Question #: 42
Topic #: 3
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A security analyst is improving an organization's vulnerability management program. The analyst cross-checks the current reports with the system's infrastructure teams, but the reports do not accurately reflect the current patching levels. Which of the following will most likely correct the report errors?

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Suggested Answer: C

Credentialed vulnerability scans allow the scanner to log into systems and retrieve accurate information about installed patches and configurations. If the reports do not reflect current patching levels, it is likely that the scan is being performed without credentials, leading to incomplete or inaccurate results.

Option A (Updating the scanning engine) ensures the tool has the latest detection capabilities but does not directly affect scan accuracy for missing patches.

Option B (Centralized patching) helps maintain consistency but does not correct reporting errors.

Option D (Resetting plug-ins) may be useful if plug-ins are outdated, but the primary issue is lack of privileged access during scanning.

Thus, C is the correct answer, as credentialed scans provide more accurate vulnerability assessments.


by Royal at Apr 04, 2025, 12:08 AM

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Marion
7 months ago
Definitely need those credentialed scans for better visibility!
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Quinn
7 months ago
Centralized patching is essential for keeping everything in sync.
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Eulah
7 months ago
Credentialed scans give way more accurate results.
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Jamika
7 months ago
I think updating the scanning tool is key too!
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Paola
7 months ago
Really? I doubt resetting plug-ins would help much.
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Rory
8 months ago
Resetting the plug-ins sounds like a last resort. I don't recall it being a common solution for report errors, so I’m leaning towards option C as well.
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Timothy
8 months ago
I think we had a practice question about patch management, and it mentioned centralized systems. But I'm not convinced that's the answer here.
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Leslie
8 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like updating the scanning tool's engine could help too. Maybe that's option A?
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Lai
8 months ago
I remember we discussed credentialed scans in class. They provide more accurate results, so I think option C might be the right choice.
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Shasta
9 months ago
Installing patches through a centralized system seems like a good general practice, but I don't think that would directly address the issue of the inaccurate reports.
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Belen
9 months ago
Updating the engine of the vulnerability scanning tool could be a good option, but I'm not sure if that would be the most effective way to correct the report errors.
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Emerson
9 months ago
Configuring the vulnerability scans to be credentialed sounds like the most likely solution to me. That should help ensure the reports accurately reflect the current patching levels.
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Lenna
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I'll need to review the details of the vulnerability management program to understand what might be causing the report errors.
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Luisa
9 months ago
This seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think through the options carefully to figure out the best approach.
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Brynn
1 year ago
Haha, I bet the analyst wishes they had a magic 'reset to default' button for their whole life. Option D is a bit of a stretch.
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Isaac
1 year ago
D) Resetting the scanning tool's plug-ins to default
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Carlota
1 year ago
C) Configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed
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Lizette
1 year ago
B) Installing patches through a centralized system
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Eladia
1 year ago
A) Updating the engine of the vulnerability scanning tool
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Kathrine
1 year ago
C is the obvious choice here. How else are you going to get an accurate view of the infrastructure?
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Geoffrey
1 year ago
A: It's important to have the right access for accurate information.
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Louann
1 year ago
B: Yeah, configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed makes sense.
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Edelmira
1 year ago
A: I think C is the best option to get accurate reports.
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Pete
1 year ago
I'm leaning towards B. Centralized patching would help keep everything up-to-date.
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Margo
1 year ago
C) Configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed
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Jodi
1 year ago
B) Installing patches through a centralized system
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Helaine
1 year ago
A) Updating the engine of the vulnerability scanning tool
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Danilo
1 year ago
Definitely option C. Credentialed scans are the way to go for accurate patching data.
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Phyliss
1 year ago
Yes, I agree. Credentialed scans are essential for accurate patching information.
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Cristy
1 year ago
C) Configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed
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Felice
1 year ago
I think option A could also help improve the accuracy of the reports.
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Remedios
1 year ago
Updating the engine of the vulnerability scanning tool
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Kattie
1 year ago
That's a good point. Credentialed scans provide more accurate data.
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Elli
1 year ago
C) Configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed
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Antonio
1 year ago
I'm not sure about that. I think updating the engine of the vulnerability scanning tool could also correct the report errors.
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Aleisha
1 year ago
I agree with Brynn. By configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed, the reports will accurately reflect the current patching levels.
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Brynn
1 year ago
I think the answer is C) Configuring vulnerability scans to be credentialed.
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