CertNexus ITS-110 Exam - Topic 4 Question 40 Discussion

Actual exam question for CertNexus's ITS-110 exam

Question #: 40
Topic #: 4

An IoT developer has endpoints that are shipped to users in the field. Which of the following best practices must be implemented for using default passwords after delivery?

AImplement two-factor authentication (2FA)

BForce a password change upon initial login

CApply granular role-based access

DProtect against account enumeration

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Suggested Answer: B

by Annalee at Aug 24, 2024, 05:55 AM

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Laticia

3 months ago

I thought D was more about protecting data, not passwords.

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Candida

3 months ago

C is important too, but not as urgent as B.

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Sean

4 months ago

A is cool, but B is more critical for security.

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Edda

4 months ago

Wait, can we really trust users to change their passwords?

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Raylene

4 months ago

Definitely B, forcing a password change is a must!

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Gene

4 months ago

I vaguely recall something about account enumeration being a risk, but I’m not convinced it’s the best practice for default passwords. I feel like the password change is more critical.

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Johnna

5 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to prioritize security measures. I think granular role-based access is important, but it might not directly address the default password issue.

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Devon

5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like two-factor authentication might be more relevant for ongoing security rather than just for default passwords.

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Remona

5 months ago

I remember discussing the importance of changing default passwords in our last class. I think forcing a password change upon initial login is crucial.

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Michal

5 months ago

Protecting against account enumeration is important, but I think the best answer here is to force a password change. That's the most direct way to address the default password issue.

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Marjory

5 months ago

Two-factor authentication seems like a good idea, but I'm not sure if that's the best solution for just handling default passwords. I'll have to weigh the options carefully.

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Larue

5 months ago

Okay, I've got this. The key is to force a password change upon initial login. That way, users can't just leave the default password in place and expose the device to potential attacks.

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Erasmo

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know default passwords can be a security risk, but I'm not sure which of these options is the best approach. I'll have to think it through.

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Kenda

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward security question. I'll carefully read through the options and think about the best practices for handling default passwords in IoT devices.

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Eric

5 months ago

Ah, I see. The key is that the customer has to allow the remote assistance. That makes sense, otherwise it would be a security risk.

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Winfred

5 months ago

I think the answer is D. Voice Readiness. This tool in Cisco Prime should be able to assess the current network's capabilities and determine if it can support the new VoIP system.

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