CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) — Question 284

A company recently experienced a security incident in which a USB drive containing malicious software was able to covertly install malware on a workstation. Which of the following actions should be taken to prevent this incident from happening again? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. Install a host-based IDS.
• B. Restrict log-ln times.
• C. Enable a BIOS password.
• D. Update the password complexity.
• E. Disable AutoRun.
• F. Update the antivirus definitions.
• G. Restrict user permissions.

Correct answer: E, G

Explanation

Disabling AutoRun will prevent USB drives from automatically executing programs upon insertion, significantly reducing the risk of malware installation. Additionally, restricting user permissions limits the actions that users can perform, minimizing the likelihood of inadvertently installing harmful software.