CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) — Question 75

A junior administrator is responsible for deploying software to a large group of computers in an organization. The administrator finds a script on a popular coding website to automate this distribution but does not understand the scripting language. Which of the following BEST describes the risks in running this script?

Answer options

• A. The instructions from the software company are not being followed.
• B. Security controls will treat automated deployments as malware.
• C. The deployment script is performing unknown actions.
• D. Copying scripts off the internet is considered plagiarism.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as the junior administrator does not understand the script's functionality, leading to the potential execution of harmful or unintended actions. Option A is incorrect because following vendor instructions is not directly related to the risks of running an unknown script. Option B is also not accurate since security controls not interpreting the script as malware is a separate issue. Option D, while true about plagiarism, does not address the immediate risks associated with executing unknown scripts.