Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v12) — Question 214

You have been hired as an intern at a start-up company. Your first task is to help set up a basic web server for the company's new website. The team leader has asked you to make sure the server is secure from common threats. Based on your knowledge from studying for the CEH exam, which of the following actions should be your priority to secure the web server?

Answer options

• A. Limiting the number of concurrent connections to the server
• B. Installing a web application firewall
• C. Regularly updating and patching the server software
• D. Encrypting the company's website with SSL/TLS

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as regularly updating and patching server software is crucial for protecting against vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers. While options A, B, and D contribute to security, they do not address the fundamental need to keep the server's software up to date, which is essential for preventing security breaches.