CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) — Question 67

A technician needs to apply a high-priority patch to a production system. Which of the following steps should be taken first?

Answer options

• A. Air gap the system.
• B. Move the system to a different network segment.
• C. Create a change control request.
• D. Apply the patch to the system.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Creating a change control request is essential to ensure that all changes are documented and approved, minimizing the risk of disruptions in a production environment. The other options, while relevant to system security and network management, do not address the necessary administrative step of obtaining approval before making changes.