CompTIA CompTIA Certifications 220-1102 Questions & Answers

• Question 461:

  A user attempts to open some files, but a message appears stating that the files are encrypted. The user was able to access these files before without receiving this message and no changes have been made within the company. Which of the following has infected the computer?

  A. Cryptominer

  B. Phishing

  C. Ransomware

  D. Keylogger

  Correct Answer: C

  Ransomware is malicious software that encrypts files on a computer, making them inaccessible until a ransom is paid. In this case, the user was able to access the files before without issue, and no changes have been made within the company, so it is likely that the computer was infected with ransomware.

• Question 462:

  A systems administrator is setting up a Windows computer for a new user Corporate policy requires a least privilege environment. The user will need to access advanced features and configuration settings for several applications. Which of the following BEST describes the account access level the user will need?

  A. Power user account

  B. Standard account

  C. Guest account

  D. Administrator account

  Correct Answer: B

  The account access level the user will need to access advanced features and configuration settings for several applications while adhering to corporate policy requiring a least privilege environment is a standard account. This is because a standard account allows the user to access advanced features and configuration settings for several applications while adhering to corporate policy requiring a least privilege environment

• Question 463:

  Following the latest Windows update PDF files are opening in Microsoft Edge instead of Adobe Reader. Which of the following utilities should be used to ensure all PDF files open in Adobe Reader?

  A. Network and Sharing Center

  B. Programs and Features

  C. Default Apps

  D. Add or Remove Programs

  Correct Answer: C

  Default Apps should be used to ensure all PDF files open in Adobe Reader

• Question 464:

  A user receives a notification indicating the antivirus protection on a company laptop is out of date. A technician is able to ping the user's laptop. The technician checks the antivirus parent servers and sees the latest signatures have been installed. The technician then checks the user's laptop and finds the antivirus engine and definitions are current. Which of the following has MOST likely occurred?

  A. Ransomware

  B. Failed OS updates

  C. Adware

  D. Missing system files

  Correct Answer: B

  The most likely reason for the antivirus protection on a company laptop being out of date is failed OS updates1. Antivirus software relies on the operating system to function properly. If the operating system is not up-to-date, the antivirus software may not function properly and may not be able to receive the latest virus definitions and updates2 . Therefore, it is important to keep the operating system up-to-date to ensure the antivirus software is functioning properly2.

• Question 465:

  During a recent flight an executive unexpectedly received several dog and cat pictures while trying to watch a movie via in-flight Wi-Fi on an iPhone. The executive has no records of any contacts sending pictures like these and has not seen these pictures before. To BEST resolve this issue, the executive should:

  A. set AirDrop so that transfers are only accepted from known contacts

  B. completely disable all wireless systems during the flight

  C. discontinue using iMessage and only use secure communication applications

  D. only allow messages and calls from saved contacts

  Correct Answer: A

  To best resolve this issue, the executive should set AirDrop so that transfers are only accepted from known contacts (option A). AirDrop is a feature on iOS devices that allows users to share files, photos, and other data between Apple devices. By setting AirDrop so that it only accepts transfers from known contacts, the executive can ensure that unwanted files and photos are not sent to their device. Additionally, the executive should ensure that the AirDrop setting is only enabled when it is necessary, as this will protect their device from any unwanted files and photos.

• Question 466:

  An Android user reports that when attempting to open the company's proprietary mobile application it immediately doses. The user states that the issue persists, even after rebooting the phone. The application contains critical information that cannot be lost. Which of the following steps should a systems administrator attempt FIRST?

  A. Uninstall and reinstall the application

  B. Reset the phone to factory settings

  C. Install an alternative application with similar functionality

  D. Clear the application cache.

  Correct Answer: D

  The systems administrator should clear the application cache12 If clearing the application cache does not work, the systems administrator should uninstall and reinstall the application12 Resetting the phone to factory settings is not necessary at this point12 Installing an alternative application with similar functionality is not necessary at this point12

• Question 467:

  Which of the following is an example of MFA?

  A. Fingerprint scan and retina scan

  B. Password and PIN

  C. Username and password

  D. Smart card and password

  Correct Answer: D

  Smart card and password is an example of two-factor authentication (2FA), not multi-factor authentication (MFA). MFA requires two or more authentication factors. Smart card and password is an example of two-factor authentication (2FA)2

• Question 468:

  A technician needs to document who had possession of evidence at every step of the process. Which of the following does this process describe?

  A. Rights management

  B. Audit trail

  C. Chain of custody

  D. Data integrity

  Correct Answer: C

  The process of documenting who had possession of evidence at every step of the process is called chain of custody

• Question 469:

  A help desk team lead contacts a systems administrator because the technicians are unable to log in to a Linux server that is used to access tools. When the administrator tries to use remote desktop to log in to the server, the administrator sees the GUI is crashing. Which of the following methods can the administrator use to troubleshoot the server effectively?

  A. SFTP

  B. SSH

  C. VNC

  D. MSRA

  Correct Answer: C

  The administrator can use Virtual Network Computing (VNC) to troubleshoot the server effectively. VNC is a graphical desktop sharing system that allows the administrator to remotely control the desktop of a Linux server.

• Question 470:

  A company's assets are scanned annually. Which of the following will most likely help the company gain a holistic view of asset cost?

  A. Creating a database

  B. Assigning users to assets

  C. Inventorying asset tags

  D. Updating the procurement account owners

  Correct Answer: A