4.2 Explain the Objectives of Endpoint Security CYBERSECURITY-APPRENTICE Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16foundation · easy

   What is a key benefit of implementing endpoint security in an organization?

   • AIt reduces the attack surface by protecting devices that access corporate resources
   • BIt eliminates the need for user training on security best practices
   • CIt removes the requirement for regular software updates
   • DIt guarantees that all network traffic is encrypted
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2. 17application · medium

   A company has implemented a comprehensive endpoint security solution that includes antivirus, a host-based firewall, and application control. As a result, the number of successful malware infections has decreased significantly. Which benefit of endpoint security is this an example of?

   • AReducing the attack surface
   • BEnsuring data confidentiality
   • CPreventing malware infections
   • DEnabling rapid incident response
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4. 18foundation · easy

   A security analyst states that endpoint security helps maintain data integrity. What does this mean in practice?

   • AData is encrypted only when stored on a cloud server
   • BData is available only to users with administrative privileges
   • CData is kept accurate and unaltered by unauthorized changes
   • DData is automatically deleted after a set period
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5. 19expert · hard

   A security analyst is investigating a potential malware infection on a laptop. The antivirus did not detect it, but the analyst notices unusual network connections and file modifications. The analyst needs to confirm the infection and contain it. Which approach is most effective?

   • AIgnore the signs because antivirus did not detect anything
   • BDisconnect the laptop from the network and reinstall the OS
   • CUse an EDR tool to investigate and isolate the device
   • DRun a full antivirus scan
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6. 20application · medium

   A company is evaluating endpoint security solutions. They want a component that can detect and block known malware signatures, as well as quarantine infected files. Which component should they choose?

   • AAntivirus
   • BHost-based firewall
   • CIntrusion prevention system (IPS)
   • DEDR
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