CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 1008

A global gaming console manufacturer is launching a new gaming platform to its customers.
Which of the following controls reduces the risk created by malicious gaming customers attempting to circumvent control by way of modifying consoles?

Answer options

• A. Firmware version control
• B. Manual software upgrades
• C. Vulnerability scanning
• D. Automatic updates
• E. Network segmentation
• F. Application firewalls

Correct answer: A, D

Explanation

Firmware version control is essential as it ensures that only authorized versions of firmware can run on the console, effectively preventing unauthorized modifications. Automatic updates also play a crucial role by regularly patching vulnerabilities and ensuring the latest security measures are in place, thus protecting against exploits. Other options, while beneficial for security, do not specifically address the risk of malicious modifications to the console.