easyMultiple ChoiceObjective-mapped
SSCP Practice Question: Implements a new security policy requiring all…
An organization implements a new security policy requiring all portable storage devices to be encrypted. Which of the following is the MOST effective control to enforce this policy?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse 'encrypting the system drive' (Option D) with 'encrypting removable drives,' or they assume auditing (Option C) is a preventive control rather than a detective one.
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
✓
Configure Group Policy to require BitLocker encryption on removable drives.
Configuring Group Policy to require BitLocker encryption on removable drives is the most effective control because it enforces the encryption policy automatically and centrally across all domain-joined systems, preventing users from bypassing the requirement. Unlike a memo or auditing, Group Policy provides a technical enforcement mechanism that blocks unencrypted removable media from being used, ensuring compliance without relying on user discretion.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Distribute a memo to all employees about the policy.
Why it's wrong here
Memos are not enforceable and rely on user compliance.
- ✓
Configure Group Policy to require BitLocker encryption on removable drives.
Why this is correct
Group Policy can enforce encryption for removable drives when supported.
- ✗
Enable auditing for removable drive usage.
Why it's wrong here
Auditing detects but does not enforce encryption.
- ✗
Enable BitLocker on all laptops.
Why it's wrong here
BitLocker protects system drives, not necessarily portable storage.
Go deeper
Related to this question
About these practice questions
This SSCP question is part of Courseiva's 920-question bank — original exam-style content with full explanations and wrong-answer analysis, never real exam questions or exam dumps. Learn why practice questions differ from exam dumps →
JA
Written by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
Senior Network & Security Engineer · founder of Courseiva
This SSCP practice question is part of Courseiva's free ISC2 certification practice question bank. Courseiva provides original exam-style practice questions with explanations, topic-based practice, mock exams, readiness tracking, and study analytics to help learners prepare for the SSCP exam.