An intrusion detection system (IDS) should:
A . run continuously
B . ignore anomalies
C . require a stable, rarely changed environment
D . be located on the network
Answer: A
Explanation:
If an intrusion detection system (IDS) does not run continuously the business remains vulnerable. An IDS should detect, not ignore anomalies. An IDS should be flexible enough to cope with a changing environment. Both host and network based IDS are recommended for adequate detection.