CompTIA ITF+ (FC0-U61) — Question 49

A large payment website was breached recently. A user is concerned that the breach will affect account security on other sites. Which of the following password best practices would mitigate this risk?

Answer options

• A. Password history
• B. Password reuse
• C. Password expiration
• D. Password age

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Password expiration, as it encourages users to change their passwords regularly, reducing the risk of unauthorized access if old passwords are compromised. Options A and D relate to maintaining password integrity but do not directly address the issue of ongoing security after a breach. Option B, Password reuse, actually increases risk by using the same password across multiple sites, making it easier for attackers to gain access to other accounts.