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What is a common source of vulnerabilities in network devices?

a.

Outdated operating systems

b.

Virtual machine escape attacks

c.

Improper SSL and TLS implementations

d.

Insecure protocols

Answer: (d).Insecure protocols Explanation:Devices supporting insecure protocols are a common source of vulnerabilities in network devices.

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