A recent vulnerability scan has identified a critical vulnerability in your company's web application that must be mitigated. The organization's policy prioritizes quick fixes to reduce immediate risk. Which of the following actions most effectively aligns with this policy?
Disable the affected feature of the web application.
Contact the vendor for a permanent solution.
Implement a temporary web application firewall (WAF) rule to block malicious traffic.
The best action is to implement a temporary web application firewall (WAF) rule to block traffic associated with the vulnerability. This provides an immediate layer of protection while a permanent fix is developed. Updating the application is a long-term solution but doesn't align with the policy of immediate risk reduction. Disabling the affected feature might reduce risk but can disrupt business operations significantly. Contacting the vendor is a valid action but may not provide an immediate fix.
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