Q1. What is the function of a VPN?
- A.Speed up internet connections
- B.Encrypt data over public networks✓ Correct
- C.Block malware
- D.Monitor network traffic
Explanation: VPNs create secure tunnels for remote access. Learn more.
CompTIA PenTest+ Practice Questions: Security
16 free, exam-style CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003) practice questions covering Security. Each question shows the correct answer and a clear explanation. Ready for the real thing? Take the full timed quiz below.
Q2. Which wireless encryption standard is the most secure?
- A.WEP
- B.WPA
- C.WPA2
- D.WPA3✓ Correct
Explanation: WPA3 uses SAE for stronger protection. Learn more.
Q3. What is the purpose of a firewall?
- A.Block unauthorized access✓ Correct
- B.Speed up internet
- C.Defragment disks
- D.Encrypt emails
Explanation: Firewalls filter incoming/outgoing traffic. Learn more.
Q4. Which protocol is used for secure file transfers?
- A.FTP
- B.SFTP✓ Correct
- C.HTTP
- D.Telnet
Explanation: SFTP encrypts file transfers over SSH. Learn more.
Q5. Which Windows feature isolates browser processes?
- A.Windows Defender
- B.Sandbox✓ Correct
- C.BitLocker
- D.Hyper-V
Explanation: Sandboxing prevents browser exploits. Learn more.
Q6. Which protocol encrypts DNS queries?
- A.DNSSEC
- B.DoH✓ Correct
- C.SNMP
- D.LDAPS
Explanation: DNS over HTTPS (DoH) prevents eavesdropping. Learn more.
Q7. What is the purpose of a privacy filter?
- A.Reduce glare
- B.Block shoulder surfing✓ Correct
- C.Improve color accuracy
- D.Increase brightness
Explanation: Privacy filters limit screen visibility. Learn more.
Q8. What is the purpose of a privacy filter?
- A.Reduce glare
- B.Block shoulder surfing✓ Correct
- C.Improve color accuracy
- D.Increase brightness
Explanation: Privacy filters limit screen visibility to direct viewers. Learn more.
Q9. Which Windows feature isolates browser processes?
- A.Windows Defender
- B.Sandbox✓ Correct
- C.BitLocker
- D.Hyper-V
Explanation: Sandboxing prevents browser exploits from affecting the OS. Learn more.
Q10. Which protocol encrypts DNS queries?
- A.DNSSEC
- B.DoH✓ Correct
- C.SNMP
- D.LDAPS
Explanation: DNS over HTTPS (DoH) prevents eavesdropping. Learn more.
Q11. Which wireless encryption is considered insecure?
- A.WPA3
- B.WPA2
- C.WEP✓ Correct
- D.AES
Explanation: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is easily cracked. Learn more.
Q12. What does BIOS/UEFI Secure Boot prevent?
- A.Unauthorized OS loading✓ Correct
- B.Hardware failures
- C.Network intrusions
- D.Data corruption
Explanation: Secure Boot blocks unsigned/malicious bootloaders. Learn more.
Q13. Which authentication method uses physical characteristics?
- A.Password
- B.PIN
- C.Biometrics✓ Correct
- D.Smart card
Explanation: Biometrics include fingerprints/facial recognition. Learn more.
Q14. What is the purpose of a Faraday cage?
- A.Block EMI/RFI✓ Correct
- B.Enhance wireless signals
- C.Cool components
- D.Store backups
Explanation: Faraday cages prevent electromagnetic interference. Learn more.
Q15. What does degaussing accomplish?
- A.Erase magnetic media✓ Correct
- B.Defragment HDDs
- C.Encrypt SSDs
- D.Calibrate monitors
Explanation: Degaussers erase data on magnetic drives/tapes. Learn more.
Q16. Which Windows feature encrypts entire drives?
- A.EFS
- B.BitLocker✓ Correct
- C.NTFS
- D.Disk Cleanup
Explanation: BitLocker provides full-disk encryption. Learn more.