Which wireless security protocol is considered the minimum standard for protecting a home Wi-Fi network today?

WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2)

Open network with no encryption

A remote worker’s home router is several years old and does not support WPA3. The worker uses the router for both personal devices and a company laptop. Which action is the most effective in improving the security of the home network for remote work?

Connect the company laptop directly to the router with an Ethernet cable.

Replace the router with a newer model that supports WPA3 and has automatic firmware updates.

Use a longer WPA2 passphrase and change it every month.

Disable the SSID broadcast to hide the network.

Which of the following is a sign that a remote worker's device may be compromised?

The device suddenly becomes very slow, shows unexpected pop-ups, or the mouse moves on its own

The device battery drains faster than usual after a software update

The device's screen brightness changes automatically based on ambient light

The device takes a few seconds longer to boot up in the morning

Why is it important for a remote worker to follow organizational security policies?

To ensure consistent protection of company data and to meet legal and regulatory compliance requirements

To allow the remote worker to use any personal device without restrictions

To make the remote worker's job more difficult

To ensure the remote worker can access all company data without authentication

A remote employee’s personal laptop is used for both personal and work activities. The company requires that work data be protected. Which action is the most effective in protecting work data on a personal device?

Use a cloud storage service to store work files and delete them from the laptop.

Set a strong login password and lock the screen when away.

Enable full-disk encryption and use a separate user account for work activities.

Install antivirus software and run a scan weekly.

EC-CouncilCertified Secure Computer User

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Secure Remote Work CSCU Practice Questions (Page 5)

Part of the IoT and Remote Work Security domain, which makes up ~18% of our current practice bank. EC-Council does not publish an official question count, but from its 120-minute exam (~50–80 total, ~9–14 in this domain), expect 5–7 from this objective — we provide 45 practice questions to prepare you well beyond it. (estimate)

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Which wireless security protocol is considered the minimum standard for protecting a home Wi-Fi network today?
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A remote worker’s home router is several years old and does not support WPA3. The worker uses the router for both personal devices and a company laptop. Which action is the most effective in improving the security of the home network for remote work?
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Which of the following is a sign that a remote worker's device may be compromised?
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Why is it important for a remote worker to follow organizational security policies?
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25application · medium
A remote employee’s personal laptop is used for both personal and work activities. The company requires that work data be protected. Which action is the most effective in protecting work data on a personal device?
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