CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) — Question 320

An analyst wants to detect outdated software packages on a server. Which of the following methodologies will achieve this objective?

Answer options

• A. Data loss prevention
• B. Configuration management
• C. Common vulnerabilities and exposures
• D. Credentialed scanning

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Credentialed scanning allows the scanning tool to access the server with higher privileges, providing detailed information about installed software and its versioning. The other options do not specifically focus on identifying outdated software; for instance, Data loss prevention deals with data security, while Configuration management focuses on maintaining system configurations.