CompTIA A+ Certification, A+ Benefits
QUESTION NO: 1
Which of the following has a programmer MOST likely failed to consider if a user entering improper input is able to crash a program?
A. SDLM
B. CRC
C. Data formatting
D. Error handling
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 2
Which of the following is the MOST efficient way to combat operating system vulnerabilities?
A. Anti-spam
B. Locking cabinets
C. Screen locks
D. Patch management
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 3
Which of the following is a hardening step of an application during the SDLC?
A. Disabling unnecessary accounts
B. Application patch management schedule
C. Secure coding concepts
D. Disabling unnecessary services
Answer: C
QUESTION NO: 4
Which of the following is the BEST way to mitigate data loss if a portable device is compromised?
A. Full disk encryption
B. Common access card
C. Strong password complexity
D. Biometric authentication
Answer: A
QUESTION NO: 5
Which of the following should be performed if a smartphone is lost to ensure no data can be retrieved from it?
A. Device encryption
B. Remote wipe
C. Screen lock
D. GPS tracking
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 6
Several classified mobile devices have been stolen. Which of the following would BEST reduce the data leakage threat?
A. Use GPS tracking to find the devices.
B. Use stronger encryption algorithms.
C. Immediately inform local law enforcement.
D. Remotely sanitize the devices.
Answer: D
QUESTION NO: 7
Which of the following should be used to help prevent device theft of unused assets?
A. HSM device
B. Locking cabinet
C. Device encryption
D. GPS tracking
Answer: B
QUESTION NO: 8
Which of the following devices would be installed on a single computer to prevent intrusion?
A. Host intrusion detection
B. Network firewall
C. Host-based firewall
D. VPN concentrator
Answer: C
