CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) — Question 398

A developer reports that a workstation’s database file extensions have been changed from .db to .enc. The developer is also unable to open the database files manually. Which of the following is the best option for recovering the data?

Answer options

• A. Accessing a restore point.
• B. Rebooting into safe mode
• C. Utilizing the backups
• D. Using an AV to scan the affected files

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as utilizing backups is the most reliable way to recover data that has been compromised. Accessing a restore point (A) may not guarantee the recovery of the specific files, and rebooting into safe mode (B) does not address the file corruption. Using an AV to scan the affected files (D) may help identify threats but will not restore the lost data.