Ann, a Corporate Executive, Has Been the Recent Target of Increasing

question 384

Multiple Choice

Ann, a corporate executive, has been the recent target of increasing attempts to obtain corporate secrets by competitors through advanced, well-funded means. Ann frequently leaves her laptop unattended and physically unsecure in hotel rooms during travel. A security engineer must find a practical solution for Ann that minimizes the need for user training. Which of the following is the BEST solution in this scenario?

• A) Full disk encryption
• B) Biometric authentication
• C) An eFuse-based solution
• D) Two-factor authentication

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Definitions:

Planning Fallacy

The tendency to underestimate how much time is needed to complete a task, leading to overly optimistic time estimations.

Optimistic Mindset

A mental attitude characterized by hope and confidence in success and positive outcomes.

Proximal Goals

Short-term objectives or milestones that are set as steps leading towards a longer-term goal.

Distal Goals

Objectives or aims that are set for the long-term future, usually requiring more time and effort to achieve than proximal or immediate goals.