A company has an essential application that only runs on an outdated operating system no longer supported with security updates. How can the IT department ensure the application remains operational while minimizing security risks?
Update the application to be compatible with newer operating systems.
Keep the application on its existing computer but run a full security scan daily.
Run the application in a virtual machine on a modern host operating system.
Install firewall software on the outdated machine and restrict access to the network.
Using a virtual machine (VM) to run the outdated application within a modern, up-to-date host operating system allows the company to isolate the legacy system from direct network access, reducing its security risks. This VM can be equipped with additional security measures like network segmentation and monitoring while keeping the host centralized and secure. Running the application directly on outdated hardware or network infrastructure would expose the system to higher security vulnerabilities.
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