An employee frequently steps away from their desk for short periods, leaving their workstation logged in and unattended in a busy office. Which of the following is the most effective and appropriate security measure to quickly implement to prevent unauthorized access to the active session?
A screensaver lock is the most appropriate solution. It automatically locks the workstation after a set period of inactivity, requiring the user's password to regain access. This directly addresses the risk of an unattended, active session. While other options are valid security measures, they serve different purposes. BitLocker encrypts the entire drive to protect data when the device is powered off, not to secure an active session. A BIOS/UEFI password prevents the system from booting without authorization but does not protect an already running session. Logging off completely would secure the station but is less efficient for short absences as it closes all applications.
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