comptia-a-plus-core2/quizzes/TRB-3-quiz.md
Ken Patmonk 0c3868ea71 quizzes: expand all 35 quizzes to 15 questions each
OPS-1 through OPS-10, OS-2, OS-3 went from 5 → 15.
OS-1, OS-4 through OS-11, SEC-1 through SEC-11, TRB-1 through TRB-4 went from 7 → 15.
Questions cover exam-weight scenarios not duplicated from original content.

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# TRB-3 Quiz: Mobile Security Issues
Take this after studying `notes/TRB-3-mobile-security-issues.md`.
Reply with answers like:
`1B 2A 3D 4C 5B 6A 7D`
## Questions
1. Why is a jailbroken or rooted mobile device a security concern?
A. It always improves patching
B. It bypasses normal OS security controls
C. It disables all storage
D. It prevents app installs
2. A fake banking app uses the real bank logo. What is this called?
A. Application spoofing
B. Differential backup
C. Screen rotation
D. Disk defragmentation
3. Which symptom can indicate mobile malware?
A. Correct time zone
B. Normal battery use
C. High data usage with unexpected ads
D. Strong Wi-Fi signal
4. What is risky about unofficial app stores?
A. They improve MFA
B. They remove all app permissions
C. Apps may not be vetted like official store apps
D. They guarantee privacy
5. A managed phone appears compromised. What should a technician do?
A. Post screenshots publicly
B. Ignore the issue
C. Follow company policy and notify the correct support/security path
D. Disable documentation
6. Developer mode on a phone can be risky because it may allow what?
A. Higher screen brightness only
B. Faster charging only
C. Better speaker volume only
D. Advanced controls that weaken normal protections if misused
7. A user sees fake virus warnings on a phone. What should be suspected?
A. Normal calendar sync
B. Unwanted software, malicious site notifications, or malicious app behavior
C. Printer spooler failure
D. Low toner
8. A user's phone is sending texts they never wrote. What should be suspected?
A. Low storage
B. Malware or unauthorized account access
C. Bluetooth pairing issue
D. Screen rotation lock
9. Which precaution should a technician take before removing malware from a managed mobile device?
A. Delete all personal photos
B. Disable corporate email
C. Follow MDM policy and escalate if the device is corporate-owned
D. Immediately factory reset without documentation
10. An iPhone user reports unknown apps appeared after a jailbreak. What is the likely cause?
A. iCloud sync added them
B. Unofficial app sources enabled by the jailbreak installed unauthorized software
C. The App Store pushed them automatically
D. MDM deployed them
11. Which mobile behavior is most likely to indicate a phishing attempt?
A. A calendar reminder for a meeting
B. A text or email with a link asking to verify credentials immediately
C. An app notification for a sale
D. A low-battery warning
12. A user installs a "free VPN" from an unknown developer. What security risk does this introduce?
A. Faster internet
B. The VPN app may intercept and log all network traffic
C. Better encryption than a paid VPN
D. Reduced data usage
13. Which Android setting should be disabled to reduce the risk of malware from unofficial sources?
A. Disable "Install from unknown sources" and use only Google Play
B. Enable "Install from unknown sources"
C. Enable developer mode
D. Root the device for full control
14. A corporate phone receives persistent pop-up messages from an unknown app. What is the best immediate action?
A. Click the pop-ups to see where they lead
B. Uninstall suspicious apps and scan the device; escalate per policy
C. Factory reset without reporting
D. Disable all notifications
15. Which mobile security threat allows attackers to intercept device communications via a rogue cellular tower?
A. Juice jacking
B. IMSI catcher or SS7 attack
C. Tailgating
D. Shoulder surfing
## Answer Key For Instructor
1. B
2. A
3. C
4. C
5. C
6. D
7. B
8. B
9. C
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. A
14. B
15. B