What is a key component of the containment policy?

A key component of the containment policy is focused on the ability to limit or control access to systems that may be deemed vulnerable or compromised. By excluding specific IP addresses for remote access, an organization can effectively restrict certain external connections that could lead to further exposure or attacks on their network. This proactive measure helps in isolating potential threats and protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access.

In the context of a containment policy, such exclusions play a vital role in risk mitigation, especially in response to detected threats. By carefully managing remote access, organizations can reduce the attack surface and ensure that only trusted sources are allowed to connect to critical systems. This minimizes the chances of potential breaches further down the line.

In comparison, adding new hosts to a group, applying prevention settings, and defining sensor update intervals are important aspects of system management and security, but they do not specifically focus on the containment aspect as defined in the context of controlling access to mitigate threats.