CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 597

When connecting to a network device through a remote connection for configuration purposes, which of the following protocols is MOST secure?

Answer options

• A. SFTP
• B. SSH
• C. SNMPv1
• D. LDAPS

Correct answer: B

Explanation

SSH (Secure Shell) is designed specifically for secure remote administration and file transfer, providing strong encryption and authentication. In contrast, SFTP is secure for file transfers but not for general configuration, while SNMPv1 lacks security features, and LDAPS is primarily used for secure directory services rather than device configuration.