A user enabled a mobile device's screen lock function with pattern unlock. The user is concerned someone could access the mobile device by repeatedly attempting random patterns to unlock the device. Which of the following features BEST addresses the user's concern?
Correct Answer: D
220-1102 Exam Question 452
A technician is configuring security for a computer that is located in a common area. A sign above the computer indicates only authorized users can use the computer. Guests visiting the office must walk past the computer to enter and leave the office. Which of the following will offer the best protection against physical threats?
Correct Answer: D
The best protection against physical threats, especially in a common area where the computer is publicly accessible, involves physically securing the hardware. * Option A: Using screen lockScreen locks are good for securing access temporarily but do not protect against physical tampering or theft. * Option B: Installing a privacy screenPrivacy screens prevent visual access but do not secure the hardware. * Option C: Implementing password complexityPassword complexity helps secure digital access but does not prevent physical threats. * Option D: Locking the computer casePhysically securing the case prevents unauthorized individuals from tampering with internal components or stealing the computer. * Option E: Enabling drive encryptionEncryption protects data but does not prevent physical access to the hardware itself. References: * CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Objective 2.1 (Physical security), particularly physical security measures like locking the computer case.
220-1102 Exam Question 453
A developer's Type 2 hypervisor is performing inadequately when compiling new source code. Which of the following components should the developer upgrade to improve the hypervisor's performance?
Correct Answer: A
Explanation The correct answer is A. Amount of system RAM. A Type 2 hypervisor is a virtualization software that runs on top of a host operating system, which means it shares the system resources with the host OS and other applications. Therefore, increasing the amount of system RAM can improve the performance of the hypervisor and the virtual machines running on it. RAM is used to store data and instructions that are frequently accessed by the CPU, and having more RAM can reduce the need for swapping data to and from the storage device, which is slower than RAM. NIC performance, storage IOPS, and dedicated GPU are not as relevant for improving the hypervisor's performance in this scenario. NIC performance refers to the speed and quality of the network interface card, which is used to connect the computer to a network. Storage IOPS refers to the number of input/output operations per second that can be performed by the storage device, which is a measure of its speed and efficiency. Dedicated GPU refers to a separate graphics processing unit that can handle complex graphics tasks, such as gaming or video editing. These components may affect other aspects of the computer's performance, but they are not directly related to the hypervisor's ability to compile new source code.
220-1102 Exam Question 454
A company-owned mobile device is displaying a high number of ads, receiving data-usage limit notifications, and experiencing slow response. After checking the device, a technician notices the device has been jailbroken. Which of the following should the technician do next?
Correct Answer: B
The best course of action for the technician is to restore the defaults and reimage the corporate OS on the device. This will remove the jailbreak and any unauthorized or malicious apps that may have been installed on the device, as well as restore the security features and policies that the company has set for its devices. This will also ensure that the device can receive the latest updates and patches from the manufacturer and the company, and prevent any data leakage or compromise from the device. Jailbreaking is a process of bypassing the built-in security features of a device to install software other than what the manufacturer has made available for that device1. Jailbreaking allows the device owner to gain full access to the root of the operating system and access all the features1. However, jailbreaking also exposes the device to various risks, such as: The loss of warranty from the device manufacturers2. Inability to update software until a jailbroken version becomes available2. Increased security vulnerabilities32. Decreased battery life2. Increased volatility of the device2. Some of the signs of a jailbroken device are: A high number of ads, which may indicate the presence of adware or spyware on the device3. Receiving data-usage limit notifications, which may indicate the device is sending or receiving data in the background without the user's knowledge or consent3. Experiencing slow response, which may indicate the device is running unauthorized or malicious apps that consume resources or interfere with the normal functioning of the device3. Finding apps or icons that the user did not install or recognize, such as Cydia, which is a storefront for jailbroken iOS devices1. The other options are not sufficient or appropriate for dealing with a jailbroken device. Running an antivirus and enabling encryption may not detect or remove all the threats or vulnerabilities that the jailbreak has introduced, and may not restore the device to its original state or functionality. Backing up the files and doing a system restore may not erase the jailbreak or the unauthorized apps, and may also backup the infected or compromised files. Undoing the jailbreak and enabling an antivirus may not be possible or effective, as the jailbreak may prevent the device from updating or installing security software, and may also leave traces of the jailbreak or the unauthorized apps on the device. Reference: CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Core 2 Objectives4 CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) Certification Study Guide5 What is Jailbreaking & Is it safe? - Kaspersky1 Is Jailbreaking Safe? The ethics, risks and rewards involved - Comparitech3 Jailbreaking : Security risks and moving past them2
220-1102 Exam Question 455
A user notices a small USB drive is attached to the user's computer after a new vendor visited the office. The technician notices two files named grabber.exe and output.txt. Which of the following attacks is MOST likely occurring?
Correct Answer: D
A keylogger is a type of malware that records the keystrokes of a user and sends them to a remote attacker1. The attacker can use the captured information to steal passwords, credit card numbers, or other sensitive data. A keylogger can be installed on a computer by attaching a small USB drive that contains a malicious executable file, such as grabber.exe2. The output.txt file may contain the recorded keystrokes. The user should remove the USB drive and scan the computer for malware. References: 2: What is grabber.exe? (https://www.freefixer.com/library/file/grabber.exe-55857/) 1: What is a keylogger? (https://www.kaspersky.com/resource-center/definitions/keylogger)