A Technician Is Removing Malware from a Workstation

question 35

Multiple Choice

A technician is removing malware from a workstation. The malware was installed via a phishing attack, which was initiated from a link that was included in an email. Which of the following should the technician do to address this issue? (Choose two.)

• A) Ensure the anti-rootkit utility is up to date and run it to remove the threat.
• B) Update the host firewall to block port 80 on the workstation.
• C) Restore the system using the last known-good configuration from the recovery console.
• D) Ensure antivirus is up to date and install the latest patches.
• E) Educate the user on verifying email links by hovering over them before clicking.
• F) Ensure endpoint protection is up to date and run the utility to remove the threat.

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Definitions:

Fight-or-Flight

A physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival, preparing the body for either confrontation or avoidance.

Somatic

Relating to or affecting the body, especially as distinct from the mind.

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for regulating the body's rest and digest response.

Central

Relating to the center or most important part.