SY0-701 Exam Dumps - CompTIA Security+ Questions and Answers

An external examination (also known as an external audit or external review) is the best method for the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to gain an understanding of how the company’s security policies compare to external regulatory requirements. External examinations are conducted by third-party entities that assess an organization’s compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Penetration tests focus on identifying vulnerabilities, not compliance.

Internal audits assess internal controls but are not impartial or focused on regulatory requirements.

Attestation is a formal declaration but does not involve the actual evaluation of compliance​​​.

A high-availability network is a network that is designed to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation of critical services and applications. To achieve this goal, a high-availability network must consider two important factors: ease of recovery and attack surface.

Ease of recovery refers to the ability of a network to quickly restore normal functionality after a failure, disruption, or disaster. A high-availability network should have mechanisms such as redundancy, failover, backup, and restore to ensure that any single point of failure does not cause a complete network outage. A high-availability network should also have procedures and policies for incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity to minimize the impact of any network issue on the organization’s operations and reputation.

Attack surface refers to the exposure of a network to potential threats and vulnerabilities. A high-availability network should have measures such as encryption, authentication, authorization,firewall, intrusion detection and prevention, and patch management to protect the network from unauthorized access, data breaches, malware, denial-of-service attacks, and other cyberattacks. A high-availability network should also have processes and tools for risk assessment, threat intelligence, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate any weaknesses or gaps in the network security.

A SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) system aggregates logs from diverse sources, analyzes them, and generates alerts on suspicious activities. It provides centralized monitoring and incident detection.

SCADA (B) is industrial control, SNMP (C) is a protocol for network management, and SCAP (D) is a standard for security content automation.

SIEMs are foundational in Security Operations monitoring【6:Chapter 14†CompTIA Security+ Study Guide】.

Detailed Explanation:Avoidance involves choosing not to engage in activities or markets where certain risks are present. This is a proactive approach to risk management. Reference: CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Study Guide, Domain 5: Security Program Management, Section: "Risk Management Strategies"​​.

A honeytoken is a form of deception technology in which a fake asset (such as credentials, files, or database records) is planted in a system or network to detect unauthorized access or malicious activity. The fake password stored in a hidden spreadsheet, with monitoring for access, is a classic example of a honeytoken. It is not an interactive system (like a honeypot or honeynet) but rather a marker or tripwire intended to alert the security team to suspicious behavior. This method helps identify attackers and their methods early in the intrusion process.

Steganography is the process of hiding information within another medium, such as an image, audio, video, or text file. The hidden information is not visible or noticeable to the casual observer, and can only be extracted by using a specific technique or key. Steganography can be used for various purposes, such as concealing secret messages, watermarking, or evading detection by antivirus software12

Segmentation is a technique that divides a network into smaller subnetworks or segments, each with its own security policies and controls. Segmentation can help mitigate network access vulnerabilities in legacy loT devices by isolating them from other devices and systems, reducing their attack surface and limiting the potential impact of a breach. Segmentation can also improve network performance and efficiency by reducing congestion and traffic. Patching, insurance, and replacement are other possible strategies to deal with network access vulnerabilities, but they may not be feasible or effective in the short term. Patching may not be available or compatible for legacy loT devices, insurance may not cover the costs or damages of a cyberattack, and replacement may be expensive and time-consuming. References: CompTIA Security+ Study Guide: Exam SY0-701, 9th Edition, page 142-143

The first step in reducing the number of credentials each employee must maintain when using multiple SaaS applications is to select an Identity Provider (IdP). An IdP provides a centralized authentication service that supports Single Sign-On (SSO), enabling users to access multiple applications with a single set of credentials.

Enabling SAML would be part of the technical implementation but comes after selecting an IdP.

OAuth tokens are used for authorization, but selecting an IdP is the first step in managing authentication.

Password vaulting stores multiple passwords securely but doesn't reduce the need for separate logins​​.

The most important consideration when establishing a data privacy program is defining the organization's role as a controller or processor. These roles, as outlined in privacy regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), determine the responsibilities regarding the handling of personal data. A controller is responsible for determining the purpose and means of data processing, while a processor acts on behalf of the controller. This distinction is crucial for compliance with data privacy laws.

Reporting structure for the data privacy officer is important, but it is a secondary consideration compared to legal roles.

Request process for data subject access is essential for compliance but still depends on the organization's role as controller or processor.

Physical location of the company can affect jurisdiction, but the role as controller or processor has a broader and more immediate impact​​​.

Attestation refers to providing formal evidence or proof that a particular process or activity has been completed according to standards or requirements. In this context, attestation involves demonstrating to customers or stakeholders that software developers have received appropriate training on secure coding practices.

Assurance generally refers to confidence or guarantees about the security posture but does not specifically mean proving or certifying training. Due diligence is the effort made to ensure compliance or safety, but it is not the act of proving training has occurred. A contract is a legal agreement, which may include requirements for training but is not the act of proving training itself.

The importance of attestation in compliance and governance processes is discussed in the Security Program Management and Oversight domain in SY0-701 materials【7:Chapter 5†CompTIA Security+ Practice Tests】.

Firmware is a type of software that is embedded in a hardware device, such as a router, a printer, or a BIOS chip. Firmware controls the basic functions and operations of the device, and it can be updated or modified by the manufacturer or the user. Firmware version is a hardware-specific vulnerability, as it can expose the device to security risks if it is outdated, corrupted, or tampered with. An attacker can exploit firmware vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access, modify device settings, install malware, or cause damage to the device or the network. Therefore, it is important to keep firmware updated and verify its integrity and authenticity. References = CompTIA Security+ Study Guide with over 500 Practice Test Questions: Exam SY0-701, 9th Edition, Chapter 2, page 67. CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Exam Objectives, Domain 2.1, page 10.