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A security administrator needs to block executable files from running from the %TEMP% folder on Windows devices to prevent common malware execution. Which attack surface reduction (ASR) rule should be enabled?
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
Best answer
Block executable files from running unless they meet a prevalence, age, or trusted list criteria
Correct. This ASR rule specifically blocks executables in writable directories unless they have been around long enough or are commonly seen.
B
Distractor review
Block credential stealing from the Windows local security authority subsystem
Incorrect. This rule prevents credential theft (e.g., from LSASS), not executable execution.
C
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Block all Office applications from creating child processes
Incorrect. This rule prevents Office apps from spawning other executables, but does not target %TEMP% specifically.
D
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Block JavaScript or VBScript from launching downloaded executable content
Incorrect. This rule blocks scripts from launching executables, not directly blocking executables in %TEMP%.
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.
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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 MS-102 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Block executable files from running unless they meet a prevalence, age, or trusted list criteria — The ASR rule 'Block executable files from running unless they meet a prevalence, age, or trusted list criteria' (GUID: 01443614-cd74-433a-b99e-2ecdc07bfc25) targets writable system directories like %TEMP% and %APPDATA%. If a file from these locations does not meet certain criteria (prevalence, age, or is not from a trusted publisher), it is blocked. Other ASR rules address different attack vectors.
What should I do if I get this MS-102 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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