CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 180

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of a major defense contracting company a traveling overseas for a conference. The CEO will be taking a laptop.
Which of the following should the security administrator implement to ensure confidentiality of the data if the laptop were to be stolen or lost during the trip?

Answer options

• A. Remote wipe
• B. Full device encryption
• C. BIOS password
• D. GPS tracking

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as full device encryption secures all data on the laptop, ensuring that even if it is lost or stolen, unauthorized users cannot access the information. While remote wipe can erase data remotely, it requires a network connection, and a BIOS password only restricts access to the system without protecting the data itself. GPS tracking can locate the device but does not prevent data breaches.