Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) — Question 45

Which of the following features is MOST effective in mitigating against theft of data on a corporate mobile device which has been stolen?

Answer options

• A. Mobile Device Management (MDM) with device wipe
• B. Mobile device tracking with geolocation
• C. Virtual private network (VPN) with traffic encryption
• D. Whole device encryption with key escrow

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because Mobile Device Management (MDM) with device wipe can remotely erase all data on a stolen device, ensuring that sensitive information does not fall into the wrong hands. While options B, C, and D provide additional security, they do not directly prevent data access if the device is stolen.