CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 - Domain 2 Security

By Jordan Blake · Updated May 25, 2026

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Question 1

A user complains that their browser is being redirected to a different website when they type specific URLs. DNS queries work correctly on other devices. What should the technician check on this specific workstation?

Answer choices

  • A. The router's DNS settings

  • B. The Windows hosts file (C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts) for malicious entries

  • C. The ISP's DNS servers

  • D. Windows Update settings

Question 2

A technician needs to secure a Windows 10 workstation. Which built-in feature acts as a host-based firewall to filter inbound and outbound traffic?

Answer choices

  • A. Windows Defender Antivirus

  • B. BitLocker

  • C. Windows Defender Firewall

  • D. UAC (User Account Control)

Question 3

A user's account has been used to access the system at 3:00 AM when the user is known to be asleep. Which type of attack is MOST likely responsible?

Answer choices

  • A. Man-in-the-middle attack

  • B. Credential theft (stolen credentials used for unauthorized access)

  • C. Physical intrusion

  • D. SQL injection

Question 4

A technician needs to verify the integrity of a downloaded ISO file before installing it. They compare the file's SHA-256 hash to the hash published on the vendor's website. They match. What does this confirm?

Answer choices

  • A. The file is free of malware

  • B. The file is authentic and has not been tampered with or corrupted during download

  • C. The file is licensed for commercial use

  • D. The file was downloaded over HTTPS

Question 5

A technician is setting up a new employee workstation. Per company policy, the standard user account should not be able to install software. How should the account be configured?

Answer choices

  • A. As a local Administrator account

  • B. As a Standard User account (not in the local Administrators group)

  • C. As a Power Users account

  • D. As a Guest account