Which risk is most directly addressed by installing a firewall and requiring multi-factor authentication?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Unauthorised access to the company's systems and data
- Step 1: Firewalls and multi-factor authentication limit who can enter a network.
- Step 2: They protect against hacking and unauthorised access.
Answer
Unauthorised access to the company's systems and data.
Why not the others: These would need accounting controls, not network security. This is addressed by inventory management. This is addressed by treasury and hedging.
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