Securing Mobile Devices CSCU Practice Questions (Page 7)

Questions 31–35

1. 31foundation · easy

   What is the primary role of a Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution?

   • ATo replace the need for antivirus software
   • BTo provide a faster internet connection
   • CTo create backups of all personal photos
   • DTo enforce security policies and manage devices centrally
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2. 32application · medium

   A healthcare worker uses a tablet to access patient records. The tablet is encrypted, but the worker often leaves it unattended on a desk. The worker has set a 4-digit PIN, but the screen timeout is set to 10 minutes. What is the most significant security weakness in this setup?

   • AEncryption is not effective if the device is not password-protected.
   • BThe long screen timeout leaves the device unlocked and accessible to anyone nearby for up to 10 minutes.
   • CThe 4-digit PIN is too short and can be easily guessed.
   • DThe device should have a biometric lock instead of a PIN.
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4. 33application · medium

   A company issues laptops and smartphones to field technicians. The technicians often work in remote areas with unreliable internet. They store important work data (photos, reports) on their devices. The IT department wants to ensure that data is not lost if a device is damaged or stolen. Which backup strategy is most appropriate for these technicians?

   • AUse a peer-to-peer backup where technicians back up to each other's devices.
   • BConfigure automatic backup to the corporate cloud whenever the device has an internet connection.
   • CRequire technicians to manually copy data to a USB drive at the end of each day.
   • DStore backups on the device's SD card only.
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5. 34foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of an organizational mobile device security policy?

   • ATo provide a list of approved mobile apps
   • BTo guarantee that no security breaches will occur
   • CTo define rules and best practices for using mobile devices securely
   • DTo replace the need for antivirus software
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6. 35application · medium

   A user is at an airport and needs to check email. The user sees several Wi-Fi networks: 'Airport_Free_WiFi', 'Airport_Free_WiFi_5G', 'Free_WiFi_No_Password', and 'Airport_Secure'. Which network should the user choose to minimize security risk?

   • AConnect to 'Airport_Secure' because the name suggests it is secure.
   • BConnect to 'Airport_Free_WiFi' because it is likely the official network.
   • CConnect to 'Free_WiFi_No_Password' because it is convenient.
   • DUse the cellular network instead of any of the listed Wi-Fi networks.
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