ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Practice Question
Your organization hires independent software testers for a 3-month project. They must compile proprietary code stored in the internal network. Security policy states no source code may reside on non-corporate endpoints. You must provide quick remote access with minimal client footprint while limiting exposure if laptops are infected. Which approach best meets these requirements?
Provision a cloud-hosted virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) accessible through an HTML5 browser
Install a full-tunnel client-based IPSec VPN that places contractors on the development VLAN
Establish site-to-site VPNs to each contractor's home network and restrict access with firewall rules
Configure a clientless SSL VPN portal that allows file transfer to local drives but blocks other ports
A browser-based virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) session renders the desktop inside the data center and transmits only display information to the contractor. Because files never leave the controlled environment, source code cannot be stored on personal devices, and malware on those devices is isolated from the production network. VDI pools can be rapidly provisioned and de-provisioned, meeting the short engagement timeline. In contrast, any form of VPN (client-based, clientless, or site-to-site) extends the corporate network to unmanaged endpoints or allows file downloads, increasing data-loss risk and complicating onboarding and off-boarding.
Ask Bash
Bash is our AI bot, trained to help you pass your exam. AI Generated Content may display inaccurate information, always double-check anything important.
What is Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)?
Open an interactive chat with Bash
How does browser-based VDI enhance security compared to VPN solutions?
Open an interactive chat with Bash
What are potential risks of using VPNs for remote contractor access?
Open an interactive chat with Bash
ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
Network and Communication Security
Your Score:
Report Issue
Bash, the Crucial Exams Chat Bot
AI Bot
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Pass with Confidence.
IT & Cybersecurity Package
You have hit the limits of our free tier, become a Premium Member today for unlimited access.
Military, Healthcare worker, Gov. employee or Teacher? See if you qualify for a Community Discount.
Monthly
$19.99 $11.99
$11.99/mo
Billed monthly, Cancel any time.
$19.99 after promotion ends
3 Month Pass
$44.99 $26.99
$8.99/mo
One time purchase of $26.99, Does not auto-renew.
$44.99 after promotion ends
Save $18!
MOST POPULAR
Annual Pass
$119.99 $71.99
$5.99/mo
One time purchase of $71.99, Does not auto-renew.
$119.99 after promotion ends
Save $48!
BEST DEAL
Lifetime Pass
$189.99 $113.99
One time purchase, Good for life.
Save $76!
What You Get
All IT & Cybersecurity Package plans include the following perks and exams .