COMPTIA SECURITY+ SY0-701 COMPLETE 2026-2027 EXAM
PAPER- REVISION QUESTIONS & SOLUTIONS
Possession Factor
Something you have
Action Factor
Something you do
Inherence Factor
Something you are
Location Factor
Somewhere you are
Authorization
Set of rules and policies that are used to dictate what actions users can perform once verified
Multi-factor Authentication Security process that requires users to provide multiple of
identification to verify their identity
Security process that requires users to provide multiple of identification to verify their identity
Authentication
Accounting
A security measure that tracks and records user activities during communication or transactions
Audit Trail
A chronological record of users' activities that can be used for tracing changes, unauthorized
access, or anomalies
Regulatory Compliance
Maintains a comprehensive record of all users' activities
Forensic Analysis
Uses detailed accounting and event logs that can help cybersecurity experts understand what
happened. how it happened. and how to prevent similar incidents from occurring again.
, Resource Optimization
Organizations can optimize system performance and minimize costs by tracking resource
utilization and allocation decisions.
User Accountability
Ensures users' actions are monitored and logged, deterring potential misuse and promoting
adherence to the organization's policies.
Syslog Servers
A server used to aggregate logs from various network devices and systems for analysis.
Network Analysis Tools
like Wireshark capture and analyze network traffic for network administrators
SIEM
provides real-time analysis of security alerts generated by hardware and software
infrastructure.
Technical Controls
Technologies, hardware, and software mechanisms implemented to manage and reduce risk in
a system
Managerial Contols
Strategic planning and governance side of security ensuring alignment of security strategies
with business goals and risk tolerance.
Operational Controls
Procedures and measures designed to protect data on a day-to-day basis, governed by internal
processes and human actions.
Physical Controls
Tangible real-world measures taken to protect assets, existing outside the digital realm.
Preventative Controls
Proactive measures are implemented to prevent security threats or breaches. They fortify
systems before an incident occurs, such as using a firewall to filter incoming and outgoing
traffic.
PAPER- REVISION QUESTIONS & SOLUTIONS
Possession Factor
Something you have
Action Factor
Something you do
Inherence Factor
Something you are
Location Factor
Somewhere you are
Authorization
Set of rules and policies that are used to dictate what actions users can perform once verified
Multi-factor Authentication Security process that requires users to provide multiple of
identification to verify their identity
Security process that requires users to provide multiple of identification to verify their identity
Authentication
Accounting
A security measure that tracks and records user activities during communication or transactions
Audit Trail
A chronological record of users' activities that can be used for tracing changes, unauthorized
access, or anomalies
Regulatory Compliance
Maintains a comprehensive record of all users' activities
Forensic Analysis
Uses detailed accounting and event logs that can help cybersecurity experts understand what
happened. how it happened. and how to prevent similar incidents from occurring again.
, Resource Optimization
Organizations can optimize system performance and minimize costs by tracking resource
utilization and allocation decisions.
User Accountability
Ensures users' actions are monitored and logged, deterring potential misuse and promoting
adherence to the organization's policies.
Syslog Servers
A server used to aggregate logs from various network devices and systems for analysis.
Network Analysis Tools
like Wireshark capture and analyze network traffic for network administrators
SIEM
provides real-time analysis of security alerts generated by hardware and software
infrastructure.
Technical Controls
Technologies, hardware, and software mechanisms implemented to manage and reduce risk in
a system
Managerial Contols
Strategic planning and governance side of security ensuring alignment of security strategies
with business goals and risk tolerance.
Operational Controls
Procedures and measures designed to protect data on a day-to-day basis, governed by internal
processes and human actions.
Physical Controls
Tangible real-world measures taken to protect assets, existing outside the digital realm.
Preventative Controls
Proactive measures are implemented to prevent security threats or breaches. They fortify
systems before an incident occurs, such as using a firewall to filter incoming and outgoing
traffic.
