A remote wipe is a security feature, typically managed through a Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution, that allows an administrator to send a command to erase all data on a lost or stolen mobile device. This action is the most effective way to protect sensitive corporate data stored locally on the phone from being accessed by an unauthorized individual who has physical possession of the device. It renders the local data unrecoverable, thus mitigating the data breach risk.

A. Password manager: This application secures credentials for various services but does not protect the phone's local file system or data if the device's primary lock is bypassed.

B. Degaussing: This is a physical data destruction method that uses a powerful magnet to erase data. It requires physical possession of the device and cannot be performed remotely.

D. Antivirus: This software protects against malware infections. It does not prevent an unauthorized user with physical access from attempting to bypass the lock screen and access local data.

1. CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Exam Objectives. (2024). CompTIA. Objective 2.6

"Given a scenario

secure mobile devices

" explicitly lists "Remote wipe" as a security feature for mobile devices.

2. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). (June 2021). Special Publication 800-124 Revision 2: Guidelines for Managing the Security of Mobile Devices in the Enterprise. Section 5.3

"Mitigation of Lost or Stolen Device

" states: "Organizations should have the capability to remotely wipe the data from a lost or stolen mobile device to prevent a data breach."

3. Carnegie Mellon University Information Security Office. (n.d.). Mobile Device Security. In the "What to do if your device is lost or stolen" section

it advises users to "Remotely wipe your device to remove all data." This reflects standard institutional guidance on mobile security.