GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) — Question 129

Which of the following natively supports SMB encryption?

Answer options

• A. Windows Server 2012
• B. Windows Server 2008
• C. Windows 7
• D. Windows Server 2003

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Windows Server 2012 natively supports SMB encryption, providing enhanced security for file sharing. In contrast, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2003 do not have built-in support for SMB encryption, making them less secure for transmitting sensitive data.