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SY0-701 · Question #260

A business uses Wi-Fi with content filleting enabled. An employee noticed a coworker accessed a blocked sue from a work computer and repotted the issue. While Investigating the issue, a security…

The correct answer is B. A rogue access point Is allowing users to bypass controls. The presence of another device providing internet access that bypasses the content filtering system indicates the existence of a rogue access point. Rogue access points are unauthorized devices that can create a backdoor into the network, allowing users to bypass security…

Submitted by olafpl· Mar 6, 2026Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations

Question

A business uses Wi-Fi with content filleting enabled. An employee noticed a coworker accessed a blocked sue from a work computer and repotted the issue. While Investigating the issue, a security administrator found another device providing internet access to certain employees. Which of the following best describes the security risk?

Options

  • AThe host-based security agent Is not running on all computers.
  • BA rogue access point Is allowing users to bypass controls.
  • CEmployees who have certain credentials are using a hidden SSID.
  • DA valid access point is being jammed to limit availability.

How the community answered

(25 responses)
  • A
    4% (1)
  • B
    76% (19)
  • C
    8% (2)
  • D
    12% (3)

Explanation

The presence of another device providing internet access that bypasses the content filtering system indicates the existence of a rogue access point. Rogue access points are unauthorized devices that can create a backdoor into the network, allowing users to bypass security controls like content filtering. This presents a significant security risk as it can expose the network to unauthorized access and potential data breaches.

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