GIAC Exam GSLC Topic 6 Question 65 Discussion

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Question #: 65
Topic #: 6

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All of the following steps should be taken to prevent a Web server from IIS buffer overflow attacks except for which one?

AImplement the IPP printing capability.

BConduct frequent scans for server vulnerabilities.

CInstall the upgrades of Microsoft service packs.

DImplement effective firewalls.

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Lawana

6 months ago

Option A just seems like a red herring. I'm going with C as the correct answer - stay on top of those Microsoft service pack updates!

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Annelle

5 months ago

Yeah, it's important to stay ahead of potential vulnerabilities.

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Lynna

5 months ago

I agree, keeping up with those service pack updates is crucial.

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Thomasena

6 months ago

Ah, the age-old battle between IIS and buffer overflows. Option A is clearly the odd one out here. Gotta love those IT security exam questions!

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Terina

5 months ago

D) Implement effective firewalls.

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Chauncey

5 months ago

C) Install the upgrades of Microsoft service packs.

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Carlee

5 months ago

B) Conduct frequent scans for server vulnerabilities.

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Carma

5 months ago

A) Implement the IPP printing capability.

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Alesia

6 months ago

B and D sound like the right options to me. Scanning for vulnerabilities and implementing effective firewalls are essential security measures.

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Stephanie

5 months ago

Implementing the IPP printing capability can actually increase the risk of buffer overflow attacks.

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Christiane

5 months ago

Installing upgrades of Microsoft service packs is also important to patch any vulnerabilities.

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Peggy

5 months ago

Yes, and implementing effective firewalls adds an extra layer of security.

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Tonette

5 months ago

I agree, conducting frequent scans for vulnerabilities is crucial.

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Cecilia

6 months ago

I think we should also consider conducting frequent scans for vulnerabilities.

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Dahlia

6 months ago

I agree with Layla, firewalls are essential for preventing buffer overflow attacks.

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Layla

6 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is D) Implement effective firewalls.

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Cassie

6 months ago

I'd go with C. Installing the latest Microsoft service packs is crucial to keep the server secure and up-to-date.

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Christiane

6 months ago

User 2

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Tracey

6 months ago

User 1

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Corrinne

7 months ago

I think the answer is A) Implement the IPP printing capability.

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Raelene

7 months ago

Option A? Seriously? Implementing the IPP printing capability is not going to help against IIS buffer overflow attacks. What were they thinking?

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Reita

6 months ago

C) Installing upgrades of Microsoft service packs can help improve server security.

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Sheridan

6 months ago

B) Conducting frequent scans for server vulnerabilities is important for preventing attacks.

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Erin

6 months ago

A) Implementing the IPP printing capability is not effective against IIS buffer overflow attacks.

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