During a vulnerability assessment, a vulnerability is discovered that affects both internal workstations and external web servers. Considering the scope, which factor should be prioritized for mitigating this vulnerability?
The likelihood of exploitation by known threats
The proximity of potential attackers to your systems
Regulatory requirements for mitigating vulnerabilities
The potential impact on both internal and external systems
The correct answer is 'The potential impact on both internal and external systems.' This is because a vulnerability affecting multiple systems with different roles can have a wide-reaching impact. Prioritizing the potential impact helps to ensure that remediation efforts are focused where they are most needed. Although proximity of attackers and regulatory requirements are important considerations, they do not provide the comprehensive view required to address vulnerabilities affecting varied systems. The likelihood of exploitation, while relevant, is part of the overall risk assessment but is secondary to understanding the impact scope.
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