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GIAC GPEN Exam - Topic 8 Question 45 Discussion

The employees of EWS Inc. require remote access to the company's Web servers. In order to provide solid wireless security, the company uses EAP-TLS as the authentication protocol. Which of the following statements are true about EAP-TLS?Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.
A) It provides a moderate level of security.
B) It uses password hash for client authentication.
C) It uses a public key certificate for server authentication.
D) It is supported by all manufacturers of wireless LAN hardware and software.

GIAC GPEN Exam - Topic 8 Question 45 Discussion

Actual exam question for GIAC's GPEN exam
Question #: 45
Topic #: 8
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The employees of EWS Inc. require remote access to the company's Web servers. In order to provide solid wireless security, the company uses EAP-TLS as the authentication protocol. Which of the following statements are true about EAP-TLS?

Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

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by Yoko at Apr 26, 2024, 03:24 AM

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Bo
8 months ago
EAP-TLS is the best choice for wireless security, no doubt!
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Barb
9 months ago
Not all manufacturers support it, though.
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Jesusita
9 months ago
Wait, does it really provide only moderate security?
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Ernie
9 months ago
Totally agree, EAP-TLS is solid for security!
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Vilma
9 months ago
It uses a public key certificate for server authentication.
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Lanie
9 months ago
I’m pretty sure EAP-TLS doesn’t use password hashes for client authentication; it relies on certificates instead.
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Sarah
10 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I believe EAP-TLS is widely supported, but I’m not confident about all manufacturers.
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Yolande
10 months ago
I think EAP-TLS uses public key certificates for server authentication, but I can't recall if it does for clients too.
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Bulah
10 months ago
I remember EAP-TLS is known for strong security, but I’m not sure if it’s considered moderate or high.
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Marg
10 months ago
I'm a little fuzzy on the specifics of EAP-TLS. I'll read through the question carefully and try to eliminate the incorrect statements.
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Julene
10 months ago
This looks straightforward. I'm confident I can select the correct answers based on my understanding of wireless security protocols.
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Toi
10 months ago
Okay, I know EAP-TLS uses certificates for authentication, so that's a good start. I'll focus on identifying the true statements about how it works.
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Mauricio
10 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the details of EAP-TLS. I'll need to review my notes to make sure I understand the security features.
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Dana
10 months ago
I'm pretty familiar with EAP-TLS, so I think I can handle this one. Let me think through the key points.
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German
10 months ago
Okay, let me see here. I think the key is understanding what a "what-if scenario" is in the context of a simulation. I'll need to recall that information to choose the right answer.
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Theron
10 months ago
I feel like I've seen a question similar to this before, and I think A and C could be possible options for Express Connection.
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Luis
10 months ago
From practice questions, it feels like C might be accurate since most networks today are online.
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Timmy
10 months ago
Okay, let's think this through. The question mentions a strict security policy, so encryption is a must. And the application needs line-rate throughput, which rules out some of the slower options. I'm leaning towards MACsec, but I'll double-check the details on the other choices just to be sure.
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Lenora
10 months ago
This question seems familiar; I feel like we had a practice one where we discussed indemnification clauses. I might be mixing them up, though.
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Denae
1 year ago
I love how they're testing our wireless security knowledge. Next up, they'll be asking about WPA3 and how to hack into the company's fridge.
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Samira
1 year ago
I wonder if they'll also ask about WPA3 next.
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Eleonora
1 year ago
D) It provides a moderate level of security.
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Lenna
1 year ago
B) It uses a public key certificate for server authentication.
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Amie
1 year ago
A) It is supported by all manufacturers of wireless LAN hardware and software.
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Ronny
1 year ago
Password hashes? Nah, EAP-TLS is all about those client certs, baby. Gotta keep those hackers out with some serious encryption.
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Cherilyn
1 year ago
Using a public key cert for server auth is a good call, but I wouldn't call EAP-TLS 'moderate' security. That's like calling a diamond 'moderately shiny'.
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Jillian
1 year ago
But does it provide a moderate level of security?
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Winifred
1 year ago
EAP-TLS is great for secure remote access, but I'm not sure all manufacturers support it. Maybe they should have included an option about client certificates too.
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Beckie
1 year ago
I agree, client certificates would have been a good addition for even more security.
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Ryan
1 year ago
D) It provides a moderate level of security.
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Hyman
1 year ago
B) It uses a public key certificate for server authentication.
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Latrice
1 year ago
A) It is supported by all manufacturers of wireless LAN hardware and software.
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Carli
1 year ago
Yes, that's correct. It's one of the features of EAP-TLS.
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Sanda
1 year ago
I think EAP-TLS uses a public key certificate for server authentication.
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