The answer is to use AppLocker with publisher rules. Software Restriction Policies rely on file names or paths, which is why renaming an executable allows a user to bypass the policy entirely. AppLocker with publisher rules prevents this by identifying software based on its digital signature—the certificate from the software publisher—rather than the file name, so renaming the executable has no effect. On the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 exam, this question tests your understanding of how to enforce application control in Windows 10, often appearing as a scenario where a basic policy fails. A common trap is assuming path rules or hash rules are sufficient, but publisher rules are the only method that survives a rename. Remember the memory tip: “Publisher rules pin the signature, not the name.”
220-1202 Windows Security Settings Practice Question
This 220-1202 practice question tests your understanding of windows security settings. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
An organization uses Windows 10 and wants to prevent users from installing unauthorized software. They have configured Software Restriction Policies via Group Policy. However, a user bypassed the policy by renaming the executable. What additional measure should be taken to enforce the restriction?
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Use AppLocker with publisher rules
Software Restriction Policies can be bypassed by renaming executables. Using AppLocker with publisher rules (based on digital signatures) prevents this because it identifies software by its certificate, not file name.
Key principle: NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Enable Windows Defender Real-time Protection
Why it's wrong here
Real-time protection detects malware, not unauthorized software installations.
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Use AppLocker with publisher rules
Why this is correct
AppLocker publisher rules validate software by digital signature, making renaming ineffective.
Related concept
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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Set User Account Control to Always Notify
Why it's wrong here
UAC prompts for elevation but does not block execution based on policy.
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Enable BitLocker
Why it's wrong here
BitLocker encrypts data but does not control software execution.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: NAT rules depend on direction and matching traffic
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
PAT allows many inside hosts to share one public address using ports.
Inside local and inside global describe the private and translated addresses.
NAT ACLs identify traffic for translation, not always security filtering.
TExam Day Tips
→Identify inside and outside interfaces first.
→Check whether the scenario needs static NAT, dynamic NAT or PAT.
→Do not confuse NAT matching ACLs with normal packet-filtering intent.
Key takeaway
NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A small business has 20 workstations on the 192.168.1.0/24 network and one public IP from its ISP. The router uses PAT (NAT overload) so all 20 devices share one public address using different source ports. NAT questions test whether you understand the four address terms and which direction each translation applies.
Related glossary terms
Concepts from this question explained
These glossary pages explain the core terms tested in this 220-1202 question in full detail.
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 220-1202 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
Windows Security Settings — This question tests Windows Security Settings — Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Use AppLocker with publisher rules — Software Restriction Policies can be bypassed by renaming executables. Using AppLocker with publisher rules (based on digital signatures) prevents this because it identifies software by its certificate, not file name.
What should I do if I get this 220-1202 question wrong?
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 220-1202 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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