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CompTIA Exam PT0-002 Topic 5 Question 66 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's PT0-002 exam
Question #: 66
Topic #: 5
[All PT0-002 Questions]

During an assessment, a penetration tester found an application with the default credentials enabled. Which of the following best describes the technical control required to fix this issue?

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Suggested Answer: B

* System hardening involves securing a system by reducing its surface of vulnerability, which includes changing default credentials, disabling unnecessary services, and applying security patches.

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A . Password encryption: Secures passwords but does not address the issue of default credentials.

B . System hardening: Comprehensive approach to securing the system, including changing default credentials.

C . Multifactor authentication: Adds an additional layer of security but does not solve the problem of default credentials being enabled.

D . Patch management: Ensures software is up-to-date but does not directly address default credentials.

* Reference: System hardening is a fundamental practice in securing systems and preventing unauthorized access, as detailed in security best practices and guidelines.


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Sharen
2 months ago
System hardening, baby! Gotta lock that app down tighter than a drum. Unless the dev team is still using 'password' as the default. *facepalm*
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Xuan
2 months ago
Password encryption? What is this, the Stone Age? Come on, people, get with the program!
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Ellsworth
2 months ago
Patch management, duh. Gotta keep those systems up-to-date! Although, maybe the dev team forgot to disable the default creds... oops.
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Craig
1 months ago
C) Multifactor authentication
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Goldie
1 months ago
B) System hardening
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Sarina
2 months ago
A) Password encryption
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Kenny
2 months ago
Hmm, I'd say multifactor authentication. Can't be too careful these days, you know?
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Leigha
1 months ago
Absolutely, it's always better to have multiple factors for authentication. Good call on that one.
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Maia
1 months ago
I agree, it adds an extra layer of security. Better safe than sorry.
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Eladia
2 months ago
Multifactor authentication is definitely the way to go. Default credentials are just asking for trouble.
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Lorrine
2 months ago
I think D) Patch management could also be a good option to fix this issue, as keeping systems up to date can help prevent default credentials from being exploited.
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Sherell
2 months ago
I agree with Tyisha. Multifactor authentication would definitely help prevent default credentials from being a security issue.
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Marvel
2 months ago
Obvious answer, default credentials are a huge security risk. System hardening all the way!
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Rashad
2 months ago
I bet the penetration tester was like, 'Hey, I found your secret stash of cookies... in the code.' Gotta lock that down with some serious system hardening, am I right?
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Brunilda
1 months ago
Default credentials are a common oversight. System hardening is essential to prevent unauthorized access.
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Bettyann
1 months ago
Default credentials are like leaving the front door wide open. System hardening is the key to securing it.
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Devorah
1 months ago
Absolutely, default credentials are a major security risk. System hardening is the way to go.
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Viva
1 months ago
Default credentials are a major security risk. System hardening is essential to prevent unauthorized access.
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Francisca
1 months ago
Agreed, system hardening is crucial for securing the application.
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Gertude
2 months ago
Definitely! Default credentials are a big no-no. System hardening is the way to go.
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Long
2 months ago
Yeah, default credentials are a big no-no. System hardening is definitely needed.
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Hana
3 months ago
Patch management? Really? That's like trying to fix a leaky faucet with duct tape. System hardening is the way to go, no question.
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Latrice
3 months ago
Password encryption? Psh, that's like putting a band-aid on a bullet wound. Multifactor authentication all the way, my friend.
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Cyndy
2 months ago
Patch management is important, but multifactor authentication is essential to prevent unauthorized access.
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Darell
2 months ago
System hardening can help too, but nothing beats the security provided by multifactor authentication.
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Renato
2 months ago
Agreed, password encryption is just a temporary fix. Multifactor authentication provides an extra layer of security.
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Remona
2 months ago
Multifactor authentication is definitely the way to go. Default credentials are a huge security risk.
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Jeannetta
3 months ago
Dude, default credentials? That's like leaving the keys in the car with a big sign that says 'Take me!' Definitely need some serious system hardening.
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Ryan
2 months ago
Yeah, system hardening is crucial for security, can't be lazy with default credentials.
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Vallie
2 months ago
System hardening is a must, can't have default credentials lying around.
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Tyisha
3 months ago
I think the best option is C) Multifactor authentication.
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