Question 1mediummultiple choice
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Exhibit
Wireless configuration review: SSID: CORP-WIFI Security: WPA2-Personal PSK age: 14 months NAC integration: Disabled Allowed devices: Any device with the shared passphrase Mobile device policy: - Corporate email is available from personal devices - Lost-device wipe is not configured - Device certificates are not issued
Based on the exhibit, which wireless security change best addresses both unauthorized device access and the risk of a lost laptop connecting to corporate resources?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Distractor review
Increase the PSK length and rotate it every 30 days.
A stronger shared password helps somewhat, but anyone who learns it still gets access. It does not provide per-device accountability or easy revocation.
B
Best answer
Move the SSID to WPA2-Enterprise or WPA3-Enterprise with 802.1X, device certificates, and MDM-based compliance checks.
Enterprise Wi-Fi uses individual authentication instead of a shared passphrase, so access can be tied to a specific user or device. Device certificates and MDM compliance checks strengthen control over enrolled endpoints and make it easier to revoke access for lost or noncompliant devices. This is the most secure and manageable architecture shown by the exhibit.
C
Distractor review
Hide the SSID and enable MAC address filtering on the access points.
SSID hiding is only a minor deterrent, and MAC filtering is easy to bypass or spoof. These controls do not provide strong identity assurance or lifecycle management.
D
Distractor review
Keep the current wireless design and rely on a VPN client for all remote access.
A VPN can protect traffic after a device is connected, but it does not solve the weak shared-access model on the wireless network itself. Unauthorized association remains possible.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Move the SSID to WPA2-Enterprise or WPA3-Enterprise with 802.1X, device certificates, and MDM-based compliance checks. — The best answer is to use WPA2-Enterprise or WPA3-Enterprise with 802.1X, device certificates, and MDM compliance checks. That shifts the network from a shared secret to per-user or per-device authentication, which greatly improves access control and revocation. If a laptop is lost or a device becomes noncompliant, the organization can disable that certificate or block the device through MDM and NAC integration. Why others are wrong: A longer PSK, hidden SSID, or MAC filtering may slightly slow attackers, but none of them provide strong identity control. A VPN protects traffic after access is granted; it does not prevent weak wireless enrollment or solve the shared-password problem at the network edge.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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