CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 226

A network administrator wants to increase the confidentiality of the system by hardening the authentication process. Currently, the users log in using usernames and passwords to access the system. Which of the following will increase the authentication factor to three?

Answer options

• A. Adding a fingerprint reader to each workstation and providing a RSA authentication token
• B. Adding a fingerprint reader and retina scanner
• C. Using a smart card and RSA token
• D. Enforcing a stronger password policy and using a hand geometry scan

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Option A is correct as it combines three factors: something you know (password), something you have (RSA token), and something you are (fingerprint). The other options either use two factors or do not combine the required elements effectively to meet the three-factor authentication criteria.