Computers 2f

Question #251

Topic 1

Which of the following is an advantage of using WPA2 instead of WPA3?

• • A. Connection security

• • B. Encryption key length

• • C. Device compatibility

• • D. Offline decryption resistance

Answer explanation

Devices might not yet detect WPA3 and support only WPA2. Similarly, WPA2 provides a more secure connection than WPA, but some legacy WiFi devices do not detect WPA2 and support only WPA

Question #252

Topic 1

A technician needs to remotely connect to a Linux desktop to assist a user with troubleshooting. The technician needs to make use of a tool natively designed for Linux. Which of the following tools will the technician MOST likely use?

• • A. VNC

• • B. MFA

• • C. MSRA

• • D. RDP

Answer explanation

VNC stands for Virtual Network Computing. It is a cross-platform screen sharing system that was created to remotely control another computer.

Question #253

Topic 1

A technician is preparing to remediate a Trojan virus that was found on a workstation. Which of the following steps should the technician complete BEFORE removing the virus?

• • A. Disable System Restore.

• • B. Schedule a malware scan.

• • C. Educate the end user.

• • D. Run Windows Update.

Answer explanation

Disabling System Restore before removal is recommended to prevent possible re-infection, as it may unintentionally save a backup copy of the suspect file, which will remain even after removal is completed

Question #254

Topic 1

Which of the following options should MOST likely be considered when preserving data from a hard drive for forensic analysis? (Choose two.)

• • A. Licensing agreements

• • B. Chain of custody

• • C. Incident management documentation

• • D. Data integrity

• • E. Material safety data sheet

Answer explanation

• BD, Chain of custody to determine who has touched the evidence. Data integrity for keeping the data safe for evaluation.

Question #255

Topic 1

Which of the following would MOST likely be deployed to enhance physical security for a building? (Choose two.)

• • A. Multifactor authentication

• • B. Badge reader

• • C. Personal identification number

• • D. Firewall

• • E. Motion sensor

Answer explanation

B. Badge reader: Badge readers are commonly used for physical access control. They require authorized individuals to present a valid badge or access card to gain entry to a building or specific areas within it. E. Motion sensor: Motion sensors are used to detect movement in and around a building. They can trigger alarms, surveillance systems, or lighting based on detected motion, helping to deter unauthorized access or intruders.

Question #256

Topic 1

A technician, who is working at a local office, has found multiple copies of home edition software installed on computers. Which of the following does this MOST likely violate?

• • A. EULA

• • B. PII

• • C. DRM

• • D. Open-source agreement

Answer explanation

When a technician discovers multiple copies of home edition software installed on computers, the most likely violation is related to the EULA (End User License Agreement).

Question #257

Topic 1

A user tries to access commonly used web pages but is redirected to unexpected websites. Clearing the web browser cache does not resolve the issue. Which of the following should a technician investigate NEXT to resolve the issue?

• • A. Enable firewall ACLs.

• • B. Examine the localhost file entries.

• • C. Verify the routing tables.

• • D. Update the antivirus definitions.

Answer explanation

To resolving the issue of unexpected website redirections. One must examine the localhost file entries (option B). The hosts file contains mappings of domain names to IP addresses, and any suspicious or unauthorized entries in this file could be causing the redirection. Investigating and correcting any problematic entries in the hosts file may help resolve the issue.

Question #258

Topic 1

Which of the following features must be configured on a Windows OS desktop in order to encrypt files in a laptop?

• • A. HDD drivers

• • B. BitLocker

• • C. Boot settings

• • D. RAID

Answer explanation

BitLocker is used to encrypt hard drives or specific files and folders.

Question #259

Topic 1

A manager called the help desk to ask for assistance with creating a more secure environment for the finance department, which resides in a non-domain environment. Which of the following would be the BEST method to protect against unauthorized use?

• • A. Implementing password expiration

• • B. Restricting user permissions

• • C. Using screen locks

• • D. Disabling unnecessary services

Answer explanation

In a non-domain environment where centralized user management and policies are limited, the most effective method to protect against unauthorized use is to restrict user permissions. By employing the principle of least privilege, users are given only the minimum levels of access necessary to perform their job functions. This helps minimize the risk of unauthorized access and potential misuse of sensitive financial data.

Question #260

Topic 1

A Windows workstation that was recently updated with approved system patches shut down instead of restarting. Upon reboot, the technician notices an alert stating the workstation has malware in the root OS folder. The technician promptly performs a System Restore and reboots the workstation, but the malware is still detected. Which of the following BEST describes why the system still has malware?

• • A. A system patch disabled the antivirus protection and host firewall.

• • B. The system updates did not include the latest anti-malware definitions.

• • C. The system restore process was compromised by the malware.

• • D. The malware was installed before the system restore point was created.

Answer explanation

• If the malware was present on the system before the creation of the system restore point, performing a system restore will not remove the malware. System restore points capture a snapshot of the system at a specific point in time, including files and settings. If the malware was already on the system when the restore point was created, it will be retained during the restoration process.