What is one of the challenges presented by a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy?

The correct answer is D. Ensuring that the device is configured securely. Under a BYOD policy, employees use their personal devices to access corporate resources. The primary security challenge is that the organization does not own or fully control these devices, making it difficult to enforce security configurations such as encryption, patch levels…

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ADecrease in employee morale
BEnsuring privacy control
CIncreasing the need for forensic audits
DEnsuring that the device is configured securely

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A
5% (2)
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3% (1)
C
3% (1)
D
90% (35)

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Under a BYOD policy, employees use their personal devices to access corporate resources. The primary security challenge is that the organization does not own or fully control these devices, making it difficult to enforce security configurations such as encryption, patch levels, screen-lock policies, and malware protection. The device may run outdated software, have risky apps installed, or lack corporate security profiles. While privacy is also a consideration, the most direct and commonly tested challenge is ensuring secure device configuration.

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