A manufacturing facility discovers that a key server platform no longer receives vendor support or security updates, and attackers have begun exploiting known flaws. Which action best addresses the security risk?
Focus on reviewing system logs on a frequent schedule
Reinstall the same software set in an effort to remove hidden threats
Upgrade the platform to a related version actively maintained by the vendor
Place the server on a network segment to limit outside scanning attempts
Upgrading to a supported version removes the root cause, which is a lack of ongoing fixes for new exploits. Placing the system on a network segment or monitoring logs can add defensive layers, but vulnerabilities still remain unresolved. Reinstalling old software can reinstate the original risks, so it does not address the core issue.
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