What is the primary function of a remote wipe command issued through an MDM solution?

Change the device's passcode to a random value

Permanently erase all data on the device and restore it to factory settings

Temporarily disable the device's network connections

Back up all device data to the cloud before deletion

A logistics company uses rugged Android devices for delivery drivers. The devices are often left in trucks and have been stolen in the past. The company wants to reduce the risk of data exposure and improve recovery chances. Which MDM configuration is MOST appropriate?

Set the device to automatically lock after 1 minute of inactivity and require a PIN.

Enable geofencing to trigger a remote wipe if the device leaves the delivery area.

Enable remote lock and wipe, and configure the device to report its location periodically.

Configure the device to send its location to the MDM every 15 minutes.

What is the primary purpose of full-disk encryption on a mobile device?

To allow the device to connect to any Wi-Fi network

To prevent malware from being installed on the device

To protect data at rest from unauthorized access if the device is lost or stolen

To speed up the device's processor

What is a primary limitation of using GPS to locate a stolen mobile device?

GPS drains the battery so quickly that the device will shut down within minutes

GPS does not work indoors or in areas without a clear view of the sky

GPS requires a cellular data connection to receive satellite signals

GPS is only available on devices with a SIM card

GIAC Mobile Device Security Analyst

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Mitigating Against Stolen Mobile Devices GMOB Practice Questions (Page 5)

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What is the primary function of a remote wipe command issued through an MDM solution?
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A logistics company uses rugged Android devices for delivery drivers. The devices are often left in trucks and have been stolen in the past. The company wants to reduce the risk of data exposure and improve recovery chances. Which MDM configuration is MOST appropriate?
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What is the primary purpose of full-disk encryption on a mobile device?
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What is a primary limitation of using GPS to locate a stolen mobile device?
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Which built-in service on iOS allows a user to remotely lock a lost or stolen iPhone?
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