Endpoint Security Mobile Devices CND Practice Questions (Page 10)

Questions 46–50

1. 46foundation · easy

   Which practice is part of secure mobile application development?

   • AAvoiding the use of encryption to simplify the app.
   • BReleasing the app without any testing to speed up delivery.
   • CConducting security testing and code reviews before releasing the app.
   • DStoring sensitive data in plain text for easier access.
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2. 47foundation · easy

   Which technology is commonly used to secure mobile device connections to enterprise networks?

   • ABiometric authentication to verify the user's identity.
   • BRemote wipe to erase data if the device is lost.
   • CFull-disk encryption to protect data at rest.
   • DVirtual Private Network (VPN) to encrypt traffic between the device and the corporate network.
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4. 48expert · hard

   A company wants to implement strong authentication for mobile devices, but employees complain that typing a long passphrase is inconvenient. The company also wants to ensure that if a device is lost, the data is protected. Which approach best balances security and usability?

   • ARequire a 6-digit PIN and enable remote wipe.
   • BRequire a smart card for device unlock.
   • CEnable biometric authentication (fingerprint/face) with a fallback to a strong passphrase.
   • DUse a pattern lock and rely on encryption.
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5. 49foundation · easy

   Which characteristic of mobile devices introduces a unique security challenge in enterprise environments compared to traditional desktop endpoints?

   • AThey are often used outside the corporate network perimeter and may connect to untrusted networks.
   • BThey are always connected to the corporate LAN, ensuring consistent security policy enforcement.
   • CThey lack the ability to store sensitive data, reducing data loss risks.
   • DThey run only a single operating system, simplifying patch management.
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6. 50foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of encrypting data at rest on mobile devices?

   • ATo protect data if the device is lost or stolen by making it unreadable without the decryption key.
   • BTo allow the device to connect to any Wi-Fi network securely.
   • CTo speed up the device's processing performance.
   • DTo prevent the device from being tracked by GPS.
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