A Critical Vulnerability Is Discovered on a Network Device

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Multiple Choice

A critical vulnerability is discovered on a network device. The vendor states it has already patched this vulnerability in its current release. Which of the following actions should an administrator take?

• A) Change the default password
• B) Use a firewall in front of the device.
• C) Update the firmware.
• D) Upgrade the configuration.

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