Introduction

This chapter will test an exam candidate’s knowledge of security concepts, procedures, and security best practices. Threats and threat actors are constantly changing, and security professionals must understand how to recognize threats and mitigate them in different ways. Common environments that need to be secured include wireless networks, small office/home office (SOHO) networks, enterprise networks, and situations where securing remote access is crucial. Mobile devices and support for IoT also present many challenges for security professionals. It is important to understand the threats posed by social engineering, often referred to as hacking humans (where users are targeted). To mitigate these threats, it is important to recognize the correct controls that need to be enabled and to understand the correct response to specific threats.

In order to be successful in the CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) certification exam, candidates must be familiar with the following...

Practice Exam Questions

8.1 Summarize various security measures and their purposes

1. What is the purpose of a motion sensor in a security system?
   1. To detect the presence of unauthorized individuals or objects
   2. To control the temperature of the surrounding environment
   3. To amplify the sound of nearby movements
   4. To adjust the brightness of the lighting system
2. A CISO is proposing to use an app on company-deployed smartphones as a soft token. What is the purpose of a soft token?
   1. Generating secure passwords
   2. Authenticating user identity
   3. Encrypting data
   4. Blocking malicious websites
3. A call center manager is proposing to support an initiative where workers will be able to work from home. The security team is discussing methods that will allow the use of personal equipment and the control and management of employees’ personal devices. Which of the following controls allows the team to manage this infrastructure and ensure users are given guidance to support this initiative? (Choose two...