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Is it possible to change the encryption algorithm on a fully encrypted disk, without need to decrypt it
first? Is it possible to re-encrypt the disk on-the-fly?
B
Explanation:
Process Requirement:
Full decryption is mandatory before changing the encryption algorithm (e.g., switching from AES-128
to AES-256).
Re-encryption occurs after algorithm selection, with no on-the-fly conversion supported.
Firmware Agnostic:
Applies uniformly to BIOS, UEFI, and legacy systems (no firmware-based exceptions).
Documentation Source:
*Check Point Full Disk Encryption Administration Guide R81.10+*:
"To modify the encryption algorithm, the disk must be fully decrypted first. After decryption, deploy
a new policy with the updated algorithm to trigger re-encryption."
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Critical Note:
Attempting to change algorithms without decryption corrupts data and requires recovery tools.
Why Other Options Fail:
A/D: Incorrectly link algorithm changes to firmware (BIOS/UEFI), which is unsupported.
C: On-the-fly re-encryption is technologically infeasible for FDE solutions due to cryptographic key
hierarchy constraints.
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Official Reference: FDE Admin Guide (Section: Changing Encryption Settings).
What do the machine's Endpoint Client GUI Overview page, Web Management, and debug logs
show?
B
Explanation:
Endpoint Client GUI Overview Page:
Displays real-time status of:
Policy download progress
User acquisition (AD/identity binding)
FDE pre-boot setup completion
Disk encryption phase (e.g., "Encrypting: 75%")
Web Management Portal:
Tracks granular deployment stages across all endpoints:
Policy assignment status
FDE initialization
Encryption progress
Authentication configuration
Debug Logs:
Record technical details for each phase:
Policy retrieval errors (epcpolicy.log)
User acquisition failures (auth.log)
FDE setup issues (fde_install.log)
Encryption errors (encryption.log)
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Source: Check Point Harmony Endpoint Administration Guide R81.10 (Section: Client Deployment
Monitoring, Page 217).
For most tasks, Endpoint clients communicate with the [X] and the [X] communicates with the EMS?
Options:
B
Explanation:
Endpoint clients typically communicate with the EPS (Endpoint Policy Server) for policy updates and
logging. The EPS then communicates with the EMS (Endpoint Management Server) for central
management (Harmony Endpoint Architecture Documentation)
Check Point Full Disk Encryption contains two main components - what are the two main
components?
B
You're going to prepare a Deployment Scenario of an Endpoint Security Client on a Windows
machine in an On-Prem environment. You choose one of two basic deployments - which is typical for
a local deployment?
B
Explanation:
For typical local (On-Premises) deployments, the deployment scenario includes both the Agent
(Initial Client) and Software Blades packages. The Initial Client ensures connectivity, and Software
Blades provide the actual security functionalities.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"Typical local deployment scenarios include both the Initial Client and the Software Blades packages
for comprehensive protection."
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, "Deploying Endpoint Security
Clients."
The Check Point Harmony Product Suite is a suite of security products that includes?
D
Explanation:
The Check Point Harmony Product Suite includes Harmony Endpoint, which is available both as a
Cloud-based and On-Premises security solution.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"Harmony Endpoint is available as both Cloud-based and On-Premises deployment."
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, "Introduction to Harmony
Endpoint."
Which command in CLI session is used to check status of Check Point processes on Harmony
Endpoint Management server?
A
Explanation:
The correct CLI command to check the status of Check Point processes on the Harmony Endpoint
Management server is cpwd_admin list. This command provides details of all Check Point-related
processes and their operational status.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"Use the CLI command 'cpwd_admin list' to check the status of Check Point processes on the
management server."
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, "Troubleshooting."
How often does the AD scanner poll the server database for the current configuration settings?
A
Explanation:
The Active Directory scanner polls the server database for current configuration settings at intervals
defined as 60 minutes by default. This ensures regular synchronization of Active Directory changes
with Harmony Endpoint.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"The Scan Interval is the time, in minutes, between the requests... default is typically every 60
minutes."
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, "Configuring a Directory
Scanner Instance."
To enforce the FDE policy, the following requirement must be met?
A
One of the ways to install Endpoint Security clients is ‘Automatic Deployment’. Which of this is true
for automatic deployment of Endpoint Security clients?
C
When deploying a policy server, which is important?
B
Explanation:
When deploying an Endpoint Policy Server, configuring the heartbeat interval is critical. The
heartbeat interval defines how often the client must communicate with the server to verify policy
status and updates. The amount of time allowed for the client to connect ensures consistent
enforcement of policies.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"The heartbeat interval and the time allowed for client connections are critical settings to configure
when deploying an Endpoint Policy Server."
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, "Endpoint Policy Server
Proximity Analysis."
What type of attack is Ransomware?
B
Explanation:
Ransomware is a form of malicious software (malware) where an attacker encrypts the victim’s data,
rendering it inaccessible. The attacker then demands a ransom payment from the victim to provide
the decryption key that will restore access to the data.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"Before a Ransomware attack can encrypt files, Anti-Ransomware backs up your files to a safe
location. After the attack is stopped, it deletes files involved in the attack and restores the original
files from the backup location." This indicates that ransomware encrypts files, confirming that the
attacker encrypts the files and demands a payment for a decryption key.
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, Section: "Anti-Ransomware".
Endpoint’s Media Encryption (ME) Software Capability protects sensitive data on what, and how?
A
Explanation:
The Media Encryption & Port Protection component specifically safeguards sensitive information by
encrypting data and mandating authorization for access to storage devices, removable media, and
other input/output devices. Users need explicit authorization to interact with these encrypted
storage devices.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"The Media Encryption & Port Protection component protects sensitive information by encrypting
data and requiring authorization for access to storage devices, removable media, and other
input/output devices."
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, Section: "Media Encryption
& Port Protection".
The CEO of the company uses the latest Check Point Endpoint client on his laptop. All capabilities are
enabled, and FDE has been applied. The CEO is on a business trip and remembers that he needs to
send some important emails, so he is forced to boot up his laptop in a public are
a. However, he suddenly needs to leave and forgets to lock or shut down his computer. The laptop
remains unattended. Is the CEO’s data secured?
A
Explanation:
Full Disk Encryption (FDE) primarily protects data when the computer is turned off or locked. If the
laptop is booted and left unattended without being locked or shut down, the encryption does not
actively protect data at the moment. Anyone who gains physical access to the device during this time
can view and access all open data and applications until the computer auto-locks or is manually
locked.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"Pre-boot Protection requires users to authenticate to their computers before the computer boots.
This prevents unauthorized access to the operating system using authentication bypass tools at the
operating system level or alternative boot media to bypass boot protection." This implies that once
booted and logged in, the data is accessible if the laptop is left unattended and unlocked.
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, Section: "Pre-boot
Protection".
In addition to passwords, what else does the pre-boot environment also support?
B
Explanation:
The Check Point Harmony Endpoint documentation clearly specifies that the pre-boot environment
supports multi-factor authentication methods. These methods combine different authentication
mechanisms to enhance security significantly beyond traditional password-based authentication
alone.
Exact Extract from Official Document:
"You can also use TPM in addition to Pre-boot authentication for two-factor authentication."
Reference:
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 Administration Guide, Section: "Authentication
before the Operating System Loads (Pre-boot)."