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CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor – Question3006

A company is implementing a dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP). Given that the following conditions exist, which represents the GREATEST concern?

A. Most employees use laptops.
B. A packet filtering firewall is used.
C. The IP address space is smaller than the number of PCs.
D. Access to a network port is not restricted.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Explanation:
Given physical access to a port, anyone can connect to the internal network. The other choices do not present the exposure that access to a port does. DHCP provides convenience (an advantage) to the laptop users. Sharing IP addresses and the existence of a firewall can be security measures.