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Isaca Cybersecurity-Audit-Certificate Exam - Topic 1 Question 50 Discussion

Actual exam question for Isaca's Cybersecurity-Audit-Certificate exam
Question #: 50
Topic #: 1
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Which of the following is the GREATEST risk pertaining to sensitive data leakage when users set mobile devices to "always on" mode?

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The GREATEST risk pertaining to sensitive data leakage when users set mobile devices to ''always on'' mode is thatauthorization tokens could be exploited. Authorization tokens are pieces of data that are used to authenticate users and grant them access to certain resources or services. Authorization tokens are often stored on mobile devices to enable seamless and convenient access without requiring users to enter their credentials repeatedly. However, if users set their mobile devices to ''always on'' mode, they increase the risk of losing their devices or having them stolen by attackers. Attackers can then access the authorization tokens stored on the devices and use them to impersonate the users or access their sensitive data.


by Javier at Jan 25, 2026, 06:30 AM

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Nikita
15 days ago
Could lead to unauthorized access for sure.
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Cristal
20 days ago
Surprised this is even a question, seems obvious!
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Amira
26 days ago
Isn't it just a minor risk though?
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Rory
1 month ago
Totally agree, that's a huge risk!
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Agustin
1 month ago
Always on means constant data transmission.
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Tequila
1 month ago
"Always on" mode? More like "always compromised" mode. Gotta be careful with that sensitive data, folks!
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Johana
2 months ago
Sensitive data leakage is no joke. "Always on" mode is just asking for trouble. Better keep that device locked down tight!
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Kent
2 months ago
"Always on" mode? More like "always open to hackers" mode if you ask me. Better be careful with that sensitive data!
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Thaddeus
2 months ago
Leaving your device in "always on" mode is like leaving your front door wide open - you're just begging for someone to come in and take your stuff!
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Julio
2 months ago
The risk of sensitive data leakage is definitely increased when users leave their devices in "always on" mode. That's just asking for trouble!
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Rosio
2 months ago
I studied something similar where it mentioned the risks of data being transmitted without user awareness. Could that be the greatest risk here?
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Kiera
2 months ago
I feel like there’s a chance of malware exploiting the always-on feature, but I can't recall the specifics.
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Nobuko
3 months ago
I remember a practice question about data leakage, and it focused on how constant connectivity can expose data to interception.
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Elinore
3 months ago
I think the biggest risk might be unauthorized access to sensitive data since the device is always connected. But I'm not entirely sure.
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Beata
4 months ago
Ah, this is a good question. I'll need to weigh the different security implications of "always on" mode and determine which one poses the greatest risk for sensitive data leakage.
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Destiny
4 months ago
I think I know the answer to this. The biggest risk is probably around increased exposure of sensitive data if the device is lost or stolen while in "always on" mode. I'll explain that in my response.
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Barbra
4 months ago
I'm a bit unsure about this one. There are probably a few potential risks to consider, but I'll need to really analyze the question to identify the greatest one.
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Alishia
4 months ago
Okay, let's see. I'm guessing the main risk here is around unauthorized access to sensitive data. I'll need to consider how that could happen with "always on" mode.
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Jerry
4 months ago
Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the different risks of having mobile devices in "always on" mode.
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