GIAC GSNA Exam - Topic 3 Question 72 Discussion

Actual exam question for GIAC's GSNA exam

Question #: 72
Topic #: 3

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Which of the following statements about system hardening are true?

Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose two.

AIt is used for securing the computer hardware.

BIt can be achieved by installing service packs and security updates on a regular basis.

CIt can be achieved by locking the computer room.

DIt is used for securing an operating system.

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Suggested Answer: B, D

System hardening is a term used for securing an operating system. It can be achieved by installing the latest service packs, removing unused

protocols and services, and limiting the number of users with administrative privileges.

by Therese at Jul 08, 2025, 02:18 PM

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Mira

2 months ago

100% agree with B, but surprised D is included.

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Shannan

2 months ago

I thought locking the computer room was part of physical security?

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Staci

3 months ago

C is a stretch, hardening is more than just locking doors.

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Tamra

3 months ago

A is not really true, it's more about software.

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Janna

3 months ago

Definitely B and D! Regular updates are key.

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Carisa

3 months ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I think A might be misleading. Hardening focuses more on software than hardware.

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Yuki

4 months ago

Locking the computer room seems more physical security than system hardening. I think C is probably not right.

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Eleni

4 months ago

I’m not entirely sure, but I feel like regular updates and service packs are part of hardening too. Maybe B is correct?

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Josephine

4 months ago

I remember system hardening is mostly about securing the operating system, so I think D is definitely one of the answers.

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Louvenia

4 months ago

I've got this! System hardening is all about layered defenses - both software patches and physical access controls. I'll select the two that best represent that approach.

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Rose

4 months ago

Okay, I know system hardening is about reducing vulnerabilities, so I'll look for the options that cover both software updates and physical security measures.

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Crista

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the difference between securing hardware versus the operating system. I'll need to think through that carefully.

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Clay

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward. I'll focus on the key concepts of system hardening, like keeping software up-to-date and securing the physical environment.

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Eloisa

7 months ago

The hardest part is convincing management to take system hardening seriously. They always think it's just an IT problem, but it affects the whole organization.

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