Implementing DevOps Solutions and Practices Using Cisco Platforms (DEVOPS) — Question 43

How does eliminating hardcoded or default passwords help to secure an environment?

Answer options

• A. helps by enforcing your password in a repository and storing it in a secure vault
• B. helps to manage passwords centrally
• C. helps penetration testing team to focus on other issues more efficiently
• D. helps by removing back doors in your environments

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because enforcing passwords in a secure vault prevents unauthorized access and reduces risks associated with default credentials. Options B and D, while relevant to security, do not specifically address the benefit of eliminating hardcoded passwords. Option C is not directly related to the security benefits of changing default passwords.