CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 539

Which of the following is a security consideration for IoT devices?

Answer options

• A. IoT devices have built-in accounts that users rarely access.
• B. IoT devices have less processing capabilities.
• C. IoT devices are physically segmented from each other.
• D. IoT devices have purpose-built applications.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, highlights that many IoT devices come with pre-configured accounts that may not be frequently accessed by users, posing a security risk if they remain unchanged. Options B and D discuss the capabilities and applications of IoT devices, which are less relevant to security considerations. Option C incorrectly suggests that physical segmentation enhances security, which is not a universal characteristic of all IoT devices.