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Stella, a mobile user, often ignores the messages received from the manufacturer for updates. One day, she found that files in her device are being replaced, she immediately rushed to the nearest…
The correct answer is B. System-based risk. System-based risk is a type of mobile device security risk that arises from the vulnerabilities or flaws in the operating system or firmware of the device. System-based risk can expose the device to malware, spyware, ransomware, or other malicious attacks that can compromise…
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Stella, a mobile user, often ignores the messages received from the manufacturer for updates. One day, she found that files in her device are being replaced, she immediately rushed to the nearest service center for inquiry. They tested the device and identified vulnerabilities in it as it ran with an obsolete OS version. Identify the mobile device security risk raised on Stella's device in the above scenario.
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- AApplication-based risk
- BSystem-based risk
- CNetwork-based risk
- DPhysical security risks
How the community answered
(25 responses)- A8% (2)
- B88% (22)
- D4% (1)
Explanation
System-based risk is a type of mobile device security risk that arises from the vulnerabilities or flaws in the operating system or firmware of the device. System-based risk can expose the device to malware, spyware, ransomware, or other malicious attacks that can compromise the data, functionality, or privacy of the device. System-based risk can be mitigated by applying regular security updates and patches from the manufacturer or vendor, as well as using antivirus or anti- malware software. In the above scenario, Stella's device faced a system-based risk, as it ran with an obsolete OS version that had vulnerabilities that allowed the files to be replaced. She ignored the messages from the manufacturer for updates, which could have prevented the risk.
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