Endpoint Security Essentials

Here you have the best WatchGuard Endpoint Security Essentials practice exam questions

You have 41 total questions across 9 pages (5 per page)
These questions were last updated on February 13, 2026
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Question 1 of 41

Antivirus uses a combination of signature files and heuristics to prevent unknown threats from exploiting trusted processes that run in memory.

True

False

Question 2 of 41

What is considered the weakest security point of a corporate network?

Question 3 of 41

What is the main reason why fileless malware is so dangerous?

Because this type of malware encrypts the user drive.

Because this type of malware executes administrator privileges to run commands.

Because this type of malware can exploit trusted processes in memory to remain undetected.

Because this type of malware takes advantage of unpatched vulnerabilities on an endpoint.

Because this type of malware uses macros to disguise itself and compromise the endpoint.

Question 4 of 41

What can you do to defend against Living off the Land (LotL) attacks? (Choose two.)

Remove potentially dangerous applications from commonly used gold images.

Restrict applications users can access.

Disable User Access Control (UAC) on Windows endpoints.

Keep antivirus signatures current.

Disable the Windows Event Log service.

Question 5 of 41

From the list below select two basic functions of an endpoint detection and response model. (Choose two.)

Signature files are used to identify known threats.

Out-of-date software is automatically updated.

Unknown processes are allowed to run to reduce latency.

Each process that runs on an endpoint is monitored.

Telemetry events such as registry edits and file modifications, are sent for analysis.

About the WatchGuard Endpoint Security Essentials Certification Exam

About the Exam

The WatchGuard Endpoint Security Essentials (Endpoint Security Essentials) validates your knowledge and skills. Passing demonstrates proficiency and can boost your career prospects in the field.

How to Prepare

Work through all 41 practice questions across 9 pages. Focus on understanding the reasoning behind each answer rather than memorizing responses to be ready for any variation on the real exam.

Why Practice Exams?

Practice exams help you familiarize yourself with the question format, manage your time, and reduce anxiety on the test day. Our Endpoint Security Essentials questions are regularly updated to reflect the latest exam objectives.