CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 213

A technician logs onto a system using Telnet because SSH is unavailable. SSH is enabled on the target device, and access is allowed from all subnets. The technician discovers a critical step was missed. Which of the following would allow SSH to function properly?

Answer options

• A. Perform file hashing
• B. Generate new keys
• C. Update firmware
• D. Change default credentials

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Generating new keys is essential for SSH to function effectively, as it relies on encryption keys for secure communication. The other options, while potentially important for system security or performance, do not directly address the need for valid SSH keys to establish a secure connection.