Discuss GAQM CPEH-001 Exam Topic 1 Question 133

GAQM CPEH-001 Exam - Topic 1 Question 133 Discussion

Posted by Mabel on Oct 16, 2026 at 03:47 AM

How does an operating system protect the passwords used for account logins?

AThe operating system performs a one-way hash of the passwords.

BThe operating system stores the passwords in a secret file that users cannot find.

CThe operating system encrypts the passwords, and decrypts themwhen needed.

DThe operating system stores all passwords in a protected segment of non-volatile memory.

Suggested Answer: A

1 comments · newest first

Pearly 3 days ago

I think option A sounds right because hashing is a common method for password protection, but I'm not entirely sure about the details.

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Community pick: Yes strong agreement

Vote breakdown

A 96%

B 1%

C 2%

D 2%

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