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A critical server for a hospital has been encrypted by ransomware. The hospital is unable to function effectively without this server Which of the following would MOST effectively allow the hospital to avoid paying the ransom?
Suggested Answer: D
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32 comments · newest first
HA
Halina
11 months ago
Surprised this is even a question, backups should be standard!
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Lauran
11 months ago
C could work, but it’s not as foolproof as B.
BR
Brigette
12 months ago
I agree, training is good but won’t help in this situation.
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Annabelle
12 months ago
Not sure if backups are enough, what if they get encrypted too?
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Matilda
12 months ago
Definitely B, offline backups are a lifesaver!
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Tamra
1 year ago
A firewall seems important for security, but I doubt it would help recover from an attack like this. I think the backup option is definitely stronger.
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Luis
1 year ago
I practiced a similar question where replication was mentioned, but I wonder if continual server replication (option C) would really protect against ransomware effectively.
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Janessa
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like employee training could help prevent ransomware attacks in the first place. Still, I think it won't help much after the fact.
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Leeann
1 year ago
I remember discussing how backups are crucial in ransomware scenarios. I think option B about offline backups might be the best choice here.
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Stefany
1 year ago
I'm feeling a bit confused by this question. Disabling the switch ports seems like it could cause issues, but I'm not entirely sure about the other options either. I'll need to review the high availability concepts again before answering this.
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Beula
1 year ago
I feel pretty confident about this one. Dividing the form into multiple steps is definitely the way to go. It creates a more user-friendly experience.
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Ernest
1 year ago
VPC doesn't seem directly related to managing traffic; I'm leaning towards Auto Scaling to efficiently handle those sudden spikes.
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Melynda
1 year ago
Offline backups, the true heroes of the digital age. Now, if only the hospital had invested in a backup system that could also moonlight as a hospital bed, they'd be all set!
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Marva
1 year ago
D: Employee training on ransomware is important too, to prevent future attacks.
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Ruthann
1 year ago
C: A continual server replication process could also be helpful in preventing such incidents.
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Elfrieda
1 year ago
B: Definitely, offline backups are a lifesaver in situations like this.
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Winfred
1 year ago
A: B) A properly tested offline backup system
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Jolene
1 year ago
Employee training? Psh, who needs that when you've got a continual server replication process. I'm sure the hospital staff can just swap out servers like they're playing musical chairs.
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Desmond
1 year ago
C: A continual server replication process
AL
Alonso
1 year ago
B: A properly tested offline backup system
CA
Casie
1 year ago
A: Employee training on ransomware
LI
Ligia
1 year ago
Ah, the joys of ransomware. If only the hospital had invested in a firewall that could double as a time machine, then they'd never have to worry about this mess.
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Flo
1 year ago
C: A: Employee training on ransomware
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Fatima
1 year ago
B: That's a good point. It's always important to have backups in case of emergencies.
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Louvenia
1 year ago
A: B) A properly tested offline backup system
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Truman
1 year ago
I'm going with option B - a properly tested offline backup system. It's the only way to truly protect against the ransomware menace and keep the hospital up and running.
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Belen
1 year ago
Definitely, it's the best way to ensure the hospital can continue operating without giving in to the ransom demands.
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Wayne
1 year ago
I agree, having a backup system is crucial in situations like this.
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Octavio
1 year ago
Offline backups are definitely the way to go! Who needs a server when you can just shuffle through those dusty tapes from the 90s, am I right?
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Cruz
1 year ago
I agree, having backups would ensure we can restore the server without giving in to the ransom demands.
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Xuan
2 years ago
I think having a properly tested offline backup system would be the best solution.
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Cruz
2 years ago
We need to figure out how to avoid paying the ransom for the hospital server.