Securing IoT Devices and Gaming Consoles CSCU Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   What is the first step you should take if you suspect your gaming console has been compromised?

   • ADisconnect the console from the internet.
   • BIgnore the issue and hope it resolves itself.
   • CContinue playing to gather more evidence.
   • DShare your account credentials with support.
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2. 7application · medium

   An employee's gaming console is used by the whole family. The employee wants to prevent children from making unauthorized purchases and from chatting with strangers. The console supports multiple user profiles and parental controls. Which combination of settings best addresses these concerns?

   • ASet the console to auto-sign-in with the primary account
   • BCreate a child profile with no parental controls
   • CEnable a passcode for purchases and restrict chat to friends only
   • DDisable the console's internet connection entirely
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4. 8application · medium

   A user notices that their smart thermostat's mobile app shows a notification about a new firmware version, but the user ignores it for several months. Later, the thermostat begins connecting to unknown Wi-Fi networks and the temperature readings are erratic. What is the most likely cause and the appropriate action?

   • AThe thermostat is compromised due to an unpatched vulnerability; update the firmware immediately and change the thermostat's password.
   • BThe thermostat's Wi-Fi signal is weak; move the router closer.
   • CThe thermostat's battery is failing; replace the batteries.
   • DThe thermostat's temperature sensor is miscalibrated; recalibrate the sensor.
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5. 9application · medium

   A user has a gaming console that is frequently used for online multiplayer. The user also works from home and accesses confidential client files on a laptop. The home router supports only one LAN and one guest network. What is the best way to reduce the risk of a compromised console affecting the work laptop?

   • AConnect the laptop to the guest network and the console to the main network
   • BDisable the console's Wi-Fi and use a wired connection to the main network
   • CConnect the gaming console to the guest network and the laptop to the main network
   • DConnect both devices to the main network but enable UPnP on the router
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6. 10expert · hard

   A homeowner has a smart TV that collects viewing data and shares it with third-party advertisers. The homeowner wants to reduce data collection but still use the TV's streaming apps. The TV's settings include options to disable personalized ads, limit data sharing, and disable the microphone. Which combination of settings should the homeowner change?

   • AReset the TV to factory settings and do not sign in to any accounts.
   • BEnable the TV's 'do not track' feature and ignore other settings.
   • CDisable the TV's internet connection and use an external streaming device.
   • DDisable personalized ads, limit data sharing to essential services, and disable the microphone when not needed.
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