ISC Infrastructure And System Security Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are best practices for securing a remote worker's endpoint?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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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EDR solution for threat monitoring.
Endpoint protection, disk encryption, and VPN usage are critical for remote endpoints.
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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EDR solution for threat monitoring.
Why this is correct
Essential for detecting threats.
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Disabling the lock screen.
Why it's wrong here
This is a security risk.
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Always-on VPN.
Why this is correct
Ensures secure transit.
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Using a shared local account.
Why it's wrong here
This violates identity management best practices.
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Full-disk encryption (FDE).
Why this is correct
Protects data if the device is lost.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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