CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) — Question 313

An employee who is using a mobile device for work, is required to use a fingerprint to unlock the device. Which of the following is this an example of?

Answer options

• A. Something you know
• B. Something you are
• C. Something you have
• D. Somewhere you are

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as a fingerprint is a biometric characteristic that identifies an individual. Options A and C refer to knowledge-based and possession-based authentication methods, respectively, while D relates to geographical factors in authentication.