- A
Use MAC address filtering
Why wrong: MAC addresses can be spoofed, making this ineffective.
- B
Set a weak passphrase for guest network
Why wrong: Weak passphrases are easily cracked.
- C
Disable SSID broadcast
Hiding the SSID reduces casual detection.
- D
Enable WPA3-Enterprise
WPA3-Enterprise uses 802.1X for strong authentication.
- E
Implement rogue AP detection
Detecting unauthorized access points prevents security breaches.
Question 130 of 1,000
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SSCP Practice Question: Which three of the following are best practices…
This SSCP practice question tests your understanding of sscp exam topics. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. 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.
Which three of the following are best practices for securing a wireless network? (Choose three.)
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"best"Why it matters: Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
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
✓
Disable SSID broadcast
Disabling SSID broadcast prevents the access point from including its network name in beacon frames, making the network less visible to casual scanning tools. While this does not provide true security (as the SSID can still be discovered via passive monitoring of probe responses or association frames), it reduces the attack surface by hiding the network from non-malicious users and automated discovery scripts.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Use MAC address filtering
Why it's wrong here
MAC addresses can be spoofed, making this ineffective.
- ✗
Set a weak passphrase for guest network
Why it's wrong here
Weak passphrases are easily cracked.
- ✓
Disable SSID broadcast
Why this is correct
Hiding the SSID reduces casual detection.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "best" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Enable WPA3-Enterprise
- ✓
Implement rogue AP detection
Why this is correct
Detecting unauthorized access points prevents security breaches.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "best" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
ISC2 often tests the misconception that disabling SSID broadcast is a strong security measure, when in reality it is only a minor obscurity technique that does not protect against determined attackers using passive sniffing tools like Wireshark or airodump-ng.
Trap categories for this question
Keyword trap
Weak passphrases are easily cracked.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Disabling SSID broadcast works by setting the SSID field in the beacon frame to a null string (length 0), but the SSID is still transmitted in probe requests and probe responses during client association. In enterprise environments, this is often combined with 802.1X/EAP authentication and WPA3-Enterprise (which uses SAE or EAP-TLS) to provide mutual authentication and encryption, ensuring that even if the SSID is hidden, the network remains secure against eavesdropping and unauthorized access.
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.
TExam Day Tips
- 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.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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FAQ
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What does this SSCP question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Disable SSID broadcast — Disabling SSID broadcast prevents the access point from including its network name in beacon frames, making the network less visible to casual scanning tools. While this does not provide true security (as the SSID can still be discovered via passive monitoring of probe responses or association frames), it reduces the attack surface by hiding the network from non-malicious users and automated discovery scripts.
What should I do if I get this SSCP question wrong?
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "best". Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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