CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 865

Outside traffic from local subnet is using an infernal web server. A technician must apply best practices to ensure outside users can only access the web server and not any other internal resources. Which of the following should the technician do to best addresses the issue?

Answer options

• A. Move the web server to a perimeter network.
• B. Connect the web server to the WAN.
• C. Connect the server directly to a second port on the cable modem.
• D. Block incoming port 80 and port 443 traffic to the server.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Moving the web server to a perimeter network effectively isolates it from the internal network while allowing external access, adhering to security best practices. Connecting the server to the WAN directly exposes it to more risks, while attaching it to a second port of the cable modem does not provide sufficient security. Blocking ports 80 and 443 would prevent access to the web server, which is not the intended outcome.