Security OperationsQuestion 68 of 100
Which process applies vendor updates to fix known software vulnerabilities?
a.Hardening
b.Patch management
c.Baselining
d.Tokenization
Explanation
Patch management is the disciplined process of testing and deploying vendor updates to remediate vulnerabilities. Timely patching closes known exploit paths. A formal cycle balances speed with stability testing.
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