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GIAC GCED Exam - Topic 9 Question 56 Discussion

Why would a Cisco network device with the latest updates and patches have the service config setting enabled, making the device vulnerable to the TFTP Server Attack?
A) Disabling telnet enables the setting on the network device.
B) This setting is enabled by default in the current Cisco IOS.
C) Allowing remote administration using SSH under the Cisco IOS also enables the setting.
D) An attack by Cisco Global Exploiter will automatically enable the setting.
E) This older default IOS setting was inherited from an older configuration despite the upgrade.

GIAC GCED Exam - Topic 9 Question 56 Discussion

Actual exam question for GIAC's GCED exam
Question #: 56
Topic #: 9
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Why would a Cisco network device with the latest updates and patches have the service config setting enabled, making the device vulnerable to the TFTP Server Attack?

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Suggested Answer: A

A company needs to classify its information as a key step in valuing it and knowing where to focus its protection.

Rotation of duties and separation of duties are both key elements in reducing the scope of information access and the ability to conceal malicious behavior.

Separation of duties helps minimize ''empire building'' within a company, keeping one individual from controlling a great deal of information, reducing the insider threat.

Security awareness programs can help other employees notice the signs of an insider attack and thus reduce the insider threat.

Detection is a reactive method and only occurs after an attack occurs. Only preventative methods can stop or limit an attack.


by Buddy at Dec 09, 2024, 02:37 AM

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Jani
8 months ago
I think it's just a legacy issue from older configurations.
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Erinn
9 months ago
Disabling telnet doesn't affect this setting, right?
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Alpha
9 months ago
Wait, are we really saying an update can still leave old settings active?
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Nieves
9 months ago
Totally agree, it's a security risk that shouldn't be overlooked.
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Jaime
9 months ago
I heard the default setting is still enabled in new IOS versions.
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Vilma
9 months ago
I feel like the answer might be B, but I can't recall if the latest IOS versions have different defaults.
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Angelo
10 months ago
I’m a bit confused about the SSH part; does enabling SSH really affect the service config setting?
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Harrison
10 months ago
I think I saw a practice question about default configurations being inherited after an upgrade. Maybe that's the answer?
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Felice
10 months ago
I remember something about default settings in Cisco IOS, but I'm not sure if they change with updates.
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Detra
10 months ago
Ah, I see what they're getting at now. The latest updates wouldn't necessarily fix this vulnerability if it's a default setting in the Cisco IOS. I'll need to think through the implications of that and which option best describes the scenario.
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Ezekiel
10 months ago
This seems like a tricky networking security question. I'll need to draw on my knowledge of Cisco IOS configurations and common attack vectors. Gotta be careful to not overthink it and just focus on the core issue at hand.
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Elden
10 months ago
Okay, I think I've got an idea. The key is understanding how the service config setting works and why it would be a vulnerability, even with the latest updates. I'll focus on analyzing each option to see which one best explains the situation.
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Sena
10 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I know Cisco devices can have some security vulnerabilities, but I'm not sure why the latest updates would leave this setting enabled. I'll need to do some research on this attack.
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Matthew
10 months ago
This question seems tricky. I'll need to carefully review the options and think about the implications of the service config setting and how it could be vulnerable to the TFTP Server Attack.
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Merissa
1 year ago
Haha, of course it's the old configuration haunting the device. That's the story of my life in IT. Always gotta watch out for those legacy settings, even after an upgrade. Good thing I've got a sense of humor about this stuff!
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Alease
1 year ago
E) This older default IOS setting was inherited from an older configuration despite the upgrade.
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Celeste
1 year ago
C) Allowing remote administration using SSH under the Cisco IOS also enables the setting.
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Roxane
1 year ago
B) This setting is enabled by default in the current Cisco IOS.
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Lavera
1 year ago
A) Disabling telnet enables the setting on the network device.
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Marilynn
1 year ago
The Cisco Global Exploiter? Really? That's a new one on me. I don't think that's a real thing, but I could be wrong. Better double-check the options here.
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Ramonita
1 year ago
C) Allowing remote administration using SSH under the Cisco IOS also enables the setting.
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Vince
1 year ago
B) This setting is enabled by default in the current Cisco IOS.
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Anastacia
1 year ago
A) Disabling telnet enables the setting on the network device.
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Antonette
1 year ago
Ah, I see. Allowing remote administration through SSH can enable the vulnerable setting. Gotta be careful with those IOS configurations, huh? This is a tricky one.
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Antonio
1 year ago
It's important to always double check the configurations, especially after updates.
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Anastacia
1 year ago
Disabling telnet can also enable the setting on the network device.
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Annalee
1 year ago
Yes, allowing remote administration through SSH can definitely make the device vulnerable.
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Xuan
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. The service config setting being enabled by default in the current IOS seems a bit odd to me. I'll have to research that more before deciding.
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Sunshine
1 year ago
C) Allowing remote administration using SSH under the Cisco IOS also enables the setting.
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Vanda
1 year ago
B) This setting is enabled by default in the current Cisco IOS.
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Darci
1 year ago
A) Disabling telnet enables the setting on the network device.
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Sharmaine
1 year ago
I think the correct answer is E. An older default setting from a previous IOS version could still be enabled, even after upgrading to the latest version. Cisco has done a great job with security, but sometimes legacy configurations can cause issues.
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Allene
1 year ago
Yes, it's important to always review and update settings after upgrading to a new version.
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Dudley
1 year ago
I agree, legacy configurations can definitely cause issues.
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Rosamond
1 year ago
Maybe the older default IOS setting was inherited from an older configuration despite the upgrade.
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Elke
1 year ago
But disabling telnet could also enable the setting on the network device.
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Dianne
1 year ago
I think the setting is enabled by default in the current Cisco IOS.
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