CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 683

A security engineer wants to provide a secure, dedicated, alternate access method into an IT network infrastructure to administer connected devices and IT assets. Which of the following is the engineer most likely to implement?

Answer options

• A. Remote desktop gateway
• B. Authentication and authorization controls
• C. Out-of-band management
• D. Secure Shell

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Out-of-band management is the most suitable option as it provides a separate and secure channel for accessing IT assets, even when the network is down. Remote desktop gateway and Secure Shell are also remote access methods but do not offer the same level of dedicated access as out-of-band management. Authentication and authorization controls are crucial for security but do not represent a method of access themselves.