A security administrator needs to maintain an accurate and current inventory of all devices connected to the organization's network. Which of the following methods is the BEST to achieve this goal?
Use physical security checks to verify devices on the premises.
Implement automated asset discovery tools that continually scan the network for connected devices.
Require employees to report any new devices to IT for manual inventory updates.
Review purchase records to update the asset inventory periodically.
Implementing automated asset discovery tools that continually scan the network is the best method to maintain an accurate and current inventory of connected devices. These tools can detect devices as soon as they are connected, ensuring the inventory is always up to date. Relying on employees to report new devices or using physical security checks can lead to incomplete or outdated inventories, as they depend on manual processes and may miss unauthorized or rogue devices. Reviewing purchase records does not account for devices that are brought in without proper documentation or devices that have been decommissioned.
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