A newly identified network access vulnerability has been found in the OS of legacy IoT devices. Which of the following would best mitigate this vulnerability quickly?
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Correct answer: Segmentation.
Why this is the answer
Segmentation is the best immediate mitigation. By isolating the vulnerable legacy IoT devices onto a separate network segment, you can restrict their access to critical systems and limit the potential impact of an exploit. This contains the threat while a more permanent solution is developed. Patching is often not an option for legacy IoT devices due to vendor abandonment or hardware limitations. Replacement is a long-term solution, but not a quick mitigation. Insurance is a financial risk transfer mechanism, not a technical control to mitigate the vulnerability itself.
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