GIAC Exam GCED Topic 6 Question 34 Discussion

Actual exam question for GIAC's GCED exam

Question #: 34
Topic #: 6

Enabling port security prevents which of the following?

AUsing vendors other than Cisco for switching equipment as they don't offer port security

BSpoofed MAC addresses from being used to cause a Denial of Service condition

CLegitimate MAC addresses from being used to cause a Denial of Service condition

DNetwork Access Control systems from functioning properly

Show Suggested Answer

Suggested Answer: C

by Lashon at Mar 05, 2024, 09:07 AM

Limited Time Offer

25%

Off

Contribute your Thoughts:

Submit Cancel

7 months ago

That's true, it's important to weigh the risks and benefits.

upvoted 0 times

...

7 months ago

I believe it's important to have a balance between security and convenience.

upvoted 0 times

...

7 months ago

Yes, but it's a trade-off for security. It's better to be safe than sorry.

upvoted 0 times

...

7 months ago

But wouldn't enabling port security also prevent legitimate MAC addresses from being used?

upvoted 0 times

...

7 months ago

I agree, it helps to protect against unauthorized access.

upvoted 0 times

...

7 months ago

I think enabling port security prevents Spoofed MAC addresses from being used to cause a Denial of Service condition.

upvoted 0 times

...