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CompTIA Security+ · CompTIA
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The most common data loss path in an air-gapped network is through removable storage devices like USB drives, as they can be used to introduce malware or leak data by unauthorized individuals.
Removable devices is the correct answer because they provide a direct, physical means to transfer data to and from an air-gapped network, making them the most common path for data loss. Removable devices circumvent the network's isolation by physically connecting it to other systems, posing a significant risk of data exfiltration.
In an air-gapped network, which is physically isolated from other networks, the most common data loss path would typically be through removable devices (option D). These can include USB drives, external hard drives, or other storage devices that could be introduced into the network, intentionally or unintentionally, by users or external entities. This is because such devices can bypass the physical isolation of the air gap and introduce potential security vulnerabilities.