Certified Information Systems Auditor CISA · Free Practice Question Easy
Question 40
Which encryption standard is considered the strongest for wireless connections?
- A A) WPA
- B B) WEP
- C C) WPA-2
- D D) WPS
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct answer: C) WPA-2 Explanation: WPA-2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) is considered the strongest encryption standard for wireless connections. It helps protect the data transmitted over the wireless network by scrambling it into code, making it difficult for intruders to access and understand. Incorrect options explanation: A) WPA: While WPA is a form of encryption, it is not as strong as WPA-2. B) WEP: WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is an older encryption standard that is known to have security vulnerabilities and is not as secure as WPA-2. D) WPS: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is not an encryption standard but a feature that simplifies the process of connecting devices to a wireless network.Discussion
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