A system file that has been patched numerous times becomes infected with a virus. The anti-virus software
warns that disinfecting the file may damage it.
What course of action should be taken?
A.
Replace the file with the original version from master media
B.
Proceed with automated disinfection
C.
Research the virus to see if it is benign
D.
Restore an uninfected version of the patched file from backup media
Explanation:
The file might have been damaged by the virus, and should be restored from backup media.
Incorrect Answers:
A: The file might be on the master media, but it should be on the backup media.
B: The file must be restored. The recovery process might have damaged the file.
C: The file must be restored. The recovery process might have damaged the file.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_virus#Recovery_strategies_and_methods