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ComptiA Security+ Certification Exam Questions and answer - Part 72

Mary Smith

Thu, 15 May 2025

ComptiA Security+ Certification Exam Questions and answer - Part 72

1. A systems administrator has implemented multiple websites using host headers on the same server. The server hosts two websites that require encryption and other websites where encryption is optional. Which of the following should the administrator implement to encrypt web traffic for the required websites?

A) OCSP stapling
B) TLS host certificate
C) Extended domain validation
D) Wildcard certificate



2. Due to regulatory requirements,a security analyst must implement full drive encryption on a Windows file server. Which of the following should the analyst implement on the system to BEST meet this requirement? (Choose two.)(Select 2answers)

A) Enable and configure BitLocker on the drives.
B) Ensure the hardware supports VT-X,and enable it in the BIOS.
C) Ensure the hardware supports TPM,and enable it in the BIOS.
D) Enable and configure DFS across the file system.
E) Enable and configure EFS on the file system.


3. A user typically works remotely over the holidays using a web-based VPN to access corporate resources. The user reports getting untrusted host errors and being unable to connect. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause?

A) The browser does not support SSL
B) The VPN software has reached the seat license maximum
C) The certificate has expired
D) The user's account is locked out



4. Joe recently assumed the role of data custodian for this organization. While cleaning out an unused storage safe,he discovers several hard drives that are labeled - unclassified and awaiting destruction. The hard drives are obsolete and cannot be installed in any of his current computing equipment. Which of the following is the BEST method for disposing of the hard drives?

A) Wiping
B) Purging
C) Burning
D) Pulverizing



5. Joe,an employee,asks a coworker how long ago Ann started working at the help desk. The coworker expresses surprise since nobody named Ann works at the help desk. Joe mentions that Ann called several people in the customer service department to help reset their passwords over the phone due to unspecified - server issues. Which of the following has occurred?

A) Social engineering
B) Password cracking
C) Whaling
D) Watering hole attack



1. Right Answer: B
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2. Right Answer: A,C
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3. Right Answer: C
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4. Right Answer: D
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5. Right Answer: A
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