CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) — Question 444

A technician is working on an infected computer that is currently turned off. The technician is concerned the boot sector is affected.
Which of the following is the BEST method for the technician to use to scan the boot sector?

Answer options

• A. Mount the drive using a forensic platform.
• B. Boot into safe mode.
• C. Boot to last known good configuration.
• D. Boot the drive in another computer.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Using a forensic platform to mount the drive is the best method as it allows for a thorough examination of the boot sector without risking further damage to the system. Booting into safe mode or using the last known good configuration does not specifically target the boot sector for scanning. Operating the drive in another computer may not provide the necessary forensic analysis needed to determine the extent of the infection.