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Palo Alto Networks Exam PCCET Topic 5 Question 64 Discussion

Actual exam question for Palo Alto Networks's PCCET exam
Question #: 64
Topic #: 5
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What is the definition of a zero-day threat?

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Suggested Answer: B

A zero-day threat is an attack that takes advantage of a security vulnerability that does not have a fix in place. It is referred to as a ''zero-day'' threat because once the flaw is eventually discovered, the developer or organization has ''zero days'' to then come up with a solution. A zero-day threat can compromise a system or network by exploiting the unknown vulnerability, and can cause data loss, unauthorized access, or other damages. Zero-day threats are difficult to detect and prevent, and require advanced security solutions and practices to mitigate them.Reference:

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Delisa
4 months ago
Option D - the day when zero threats occurred. Yeah, that's when the hackers took a much-needed vacation!
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Irene
4 months ago
D? Really? Who thought that was a good option? A zero-day threat is all about the race against time, not the number of threats on a given day. B is the clear winner here.
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Peggie
3 months ago
Yeah, D doesn't make sense at all. Zero-day threats are all about that race to develop and release a fix quickly.
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Jonell
3 months ago
I agree, B is the correct option. It's all about the period between discovering a vulnerability and releasing a patch.
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Tracey
4 months ago
Hmm, A and B both sound plausible, but I think B is the more precise definition. Zero-day threats are all about that window of vulnerability, before a fix is available.
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Alberto
3 months ago
Definitely, it's crucial to be aware of zero-day threats and act quickly to protect against them.
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Gracia
3 months ago
Yeah, zero-day threats are all about that window of time between discovering a vulnerability and fixing it.
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Leoma
3 months ago
I agree, B is the correct definition. It's that period of vulnerability before a patch is ready.
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Carlota
4 months ago
B is the correct answer because a zero-day threat refers to the time between discovering a vulnerability and developing a patch to fix it before it can be exploited by hackers.
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Kami
4 months ago
I'm not sure, but I think it's A. Can someone explain why B is the correct answer?
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Galen
4 months ago
I was going to say C, but then I realized that's not quite right. Zero-day threats are about the unknown, not the known. B is the best answer here.
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Kenny
3 months ago
C) The day a software vendor becomes aware of an exploit and prevents any further hacking
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Jeannetta
3 months ago
B is the best answer here.
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Joaquin
4 months ago
B) The period between the discovery of a vulnerability and development and release of a patch
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Lorrie
4 months ago
A) The amount of time it takes to discover a vulnerability and release a security fix
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Dalene
4 months ago
I agree with Agustin, the zero-day threat is the period between discovering a vulnerability and releasing a patch.
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Casandra
5 months ago
Option B is the correct definition. The period between the discovery of a vulnerability and the release of a patch is what's known as a zero-day threat.
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Sabina
4 months ago
A: Exactly, that's why it's important for companies to act quickly to protect their systems.
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Lonny
4 months ago
B: That makes sense. It's when hackers can take advantage of a security hole before it's fixed.
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Paulina
4 months ago
A: I think it's B) The period between the discovery of a vulnerability and development and release of a patch.
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Agustin
5 months ago
I think the answer is B.
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