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CompTIA N10-009 Exam - Topic 4 Question 9 Discussion

A systems administrator is configuring a new device to be added to the network. The administrator is planning to perform device hardening prior to connecting the device. Which of the following should the administrator do first?
D) Change the default admin passwords.
A) Update the network ACLs.
B) Place the device in a screened subnet.
C) Enable content filtering.

CompTIA N10-009 Exam - Topic 4 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's N10-009 exam
Question #: 9
Topic #: 4
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A systems administrator is configuring a new device to be added to the network. The administrator is planning to perform device hardening prior to connecting the device. Which of the following should the administrator do first?

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Suggested Answer: D

Changing default admin passwords is a fundamental first step in device hardening to prevent unauthorized access.


by Blair at Sep 07, 2024, 11:18 PM

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Maurine
10 months ago
I disagree, hardening starts with passwords, not ACLs.
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Francisca
10 months ago
Surprised no one mentioned enabling content filtering!
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Pamella
10 months ago
Updating ACLs should be the priority, right?
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Chery
10 months ago
I think placing it in a screened subnet is more important.
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Mammie
11 months ago
Definitely change the default admin passwords first!
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Muriel
11 months ago
Updating network ACLs sounds relevant, but I think the default passwords should be changed first to prevent unauthorized access.
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Carin
11 months ago
I feel like enabling content filtering is important, but it might come after the initial hardening steps.
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Juliann
11 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I think placing the device in a screened subnet might be more about network segmentation than hardening.
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Onita
11 months ago
I remember we talked about changing default admin passwords as a crucial first step in hardening devices. It seems like the right choice here.
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Michel
11 months ago
This is a good test of my network security knowledge. I'll methodically evaluate each option and determine the best first step for device hardening.
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Ailene
11 months ago
I'm a bit confused by the options here. I'll need to carefully consider the sequence of actions for properly hardening a new network device before connecting it.
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Micheal
11 months ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I'll need to think through the proper order of steps for securing a new network device.
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Ciara
11 months ago
This seems like a straightforward network security question. I'd start by reviewing the options and thinking through the logical steps for device hardening.
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Juliana
12 months ago
Okay, I've got this. The first step is to change the default admin passwords to prevent unauthorized access. That's the foundation for hardening the device.
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Sunny
12 months ago
I'm a little unsure about the details of the Business Context Viewer. I'll need to review my notes carefully.
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Tasia
2 years ago
Haha, default passwords? What is this, the 90s? I'd go with B) Place the device in a screened subnet. Isolation is key, folks!
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Gianna
2 years ago
Changing those default passwords? Pfft, that's so 2010. I'd go for C) Enable content filtering. Gotta keep an eye on the traffic, my dude.
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Benedict
2 years ago
User 3: I think updating the network ACLs should also be a priority to restrict unauthorized access.
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Susana
2 years ago
User 2: Definitely, it's important to monitor the traffic for any suspicious activity.
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Corazon
2 years ago
User 1: I agree, enabling content filtering is a good idea.
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Harrison
2 years ago
D) Change the default admin passwords. Definitely the first step. Wouldn't want anyone getting in with the default creds. That's just asking for trouble!
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Gretchen
2 years ago
B) Place the device in a screened subnet. Gotta isolate that thing before anything else, you know? Keep the bad guys at bay.
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Fidelia
2 years ago
D) Change the default admin passwords.
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Jesus
2 years ago
B) Place the device in a screened subnet.
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Alberto
2 years ago
A) Update the network ACLs.
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Owen
2 years ago
I agree with Rochell, changing the default admin passwords is crucial for security.
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Rochell
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe changing the default admin passwords should be done first.
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Glory
2 years ago
I think the first thing to do is update the network ACLs.
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Erick
2 years ago
D) Change the default admin passwords. That's a no-brainer for device hardening, right? Can't have those default credentials out in the open.
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Ceola
2 years ago
Absolutely, default passwords are a major vulnerability.
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Dwight
2 years ago
Yes, changing the default admin passwords is crucial for security.
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