CompTIA Core 2 Chapter 2 Exam

A system administrator would like to require a specific password complexity for all Active Directory users. Which of the following would be the BEST way to complete this requirement?

• Login Script
• Folder Redirection
• Port Security
• Group Policy

A security administrator is deploying a new application to users in the field, but the administrator is concerned that simply using a username and password does not provide enough security. Which of the following would be the BEST way to address this issue?

• Require multi-factor authentication
• Enable windows firewall
• Create a group policy
• Enable bitlocker on all remote systems

A company is installing a new wireless access point in a conference room. Which of the following would provide the BEST security for this network?

• SSID
• WPA3
• TKIP
• Kerberos

A security administrator is installing a new VPN connection for remote users. The administrator would like all users to authenticate with their Windows Active Directory credentials. Which of the following technologies would provide this functionality?

• RADIUS
• WPA3
• TKIP
• AES

An internal audit has found that a server in the DMZ appears to be infected with malware. The malware does not appear to be part of a file in the OS, and the malware is started each time system is started. What type of malware would be MOST likely found on this server?

• Trojan
• Ransomware
• Keylogger
• Boot Sector Virus

A user has downloaded a browser add-on that assists with new car purchases. During the installation, the Windows UAC is requesting administrative permissions to continue with the install. Which of these is the MOST likely situation?

• The operating system requires an update
• The software is a Trojan horse
• The workstation is already part of a botnet
• A worm will be downloaded and installed

An attacker has gained access to a password hash file. Which of the following will the attacker use to obtain the passwords?

• DoS
• Decryption
• Brute Force
• Phishing

A technician is troubleshooting a problem with user’s laptop and very high utilization, even with no activity on the screen or user input to the operating system. Task Manager shows the CPU is operating at 100% utilization, memory utilization is slightly elevated, and there is a large amount of outbound network communication. Which of the following would be the MOST likely reason for these issues?

• System RAM is faulty
• User has not properly authenticated
• Laptop is part of a DDoS attack
• Network adapter is faulty

Which of the following would allow someone else in the room to maliciously obtain a username and password?

• Spoofing
• Tailgating
• DoS
• Shoulder Surfing

A Windows 10 user is installing a new application that also installs a service. Which of the following permissions will be required for this installation

• Guest
• Power User
• Administrator
• Standard User