CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004) — Question 638

A user in the finance department uses a laptop to store a spreadsheet that contains confidential financial information for the company. Which of the following would be the BEST way to protect the file while the user travels between locations? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. Encrypt the laptop with full disk encryption.
• B. Back up the file to an encrypted flash drive.
• C. Place an ACL on the file to only allow access to specified users.
• D. Store the file in the user profile.
• E. Place an ACL on the file to deny access to everyone.
• F. Enable access logging on the file.

Correct answer: A, B

Explanation

Encrypting the laptop with full disk encryption (A) ensures that all data is secured, even if the device is lost or stolen. Backing up the file to an encrypted flash drive (B) provides a secure method of storing the sensitive information while traveling. The other options do not offer the same level of security for protecting confidential data during transit.