SY0-701 Exam - Free CompTIA Questions and Answers

Question #11 (Topic: Exam A)

Several employees received a fraudulent text message from someone claiming to be the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The message stated:
“I’m in an airport right now with no access to email. I need you to buy gift cards for employee recognition awards. Please send the gift cards to following email address.”
Which of the following are the best responses to this situation? (Choose two).

A. Cancel current employee recognition gift cards. B. Add a smishing exercise to the annual company training. C. Issue a general email warning to the company. D. Have the CEO change phone numbers. E. Conduct a forensic investigation on the CEO’s phone. F. Implement mobile device management.

Answer: BC

Question #12 (Topic: Exam A)

A company is required to use certified hardware when building networks. Which of the following best addresses the risks associated with procuring counterfeit hardware?

A. A thorough analysis of the supply chain B. A legally enforceable corporate acquisition policy C. A right to audit clause in vendor contracts and SOWs D. An in-depth penetration test of all suppliers and vendors

Answer: A

Question #13 (Topic: Exam A)

Which of the following provides the details about the terms of a test with a third-party penetration tester?

A. Rules of engagement B. Supply chain analysis C. Right to audit clause D. Due diligence

Answer: A

Question #14 (Topic: Exam A)

A penetration tester begins an engagement by performing port and service scans against the client environment according to the rules of engagement. Which of the following reconnaissance types is the tester performing?

A. Active B. Passive C. Defensive D. Offensive

Answer: A

Question #15 (Topic: Exam A)

Which of the following is required for an organization to properly manage its restore process in the event of system failure?

A. IRP B. DRP C. RPO D. SDLC

Answer: B

CompTIA SY0-701 - CompTIA Security+ 2023 Exam