200-301 Question #268: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

In which two ways does a password manager reduce the chance of a hacker stealing a users password? (Choose two.)

Options

• AIt automatically provides a second authentication factor that is unknown to the original user.
• BIt uses an internal firewall to protect the password repository from unauthorized access.
• CIt protects against keystroke logging on a compromised device or web site.
• DIt stores the password repository on the local workstation with built-in antivirus and anti-malware
• EIt encourages users to create stronger passwords.

Explanation

Password managers reduce the risk of password theft by preventing keystroke logging and by enabling users to create and use stronger, unique passwords.

Common mistakes.

• A. Password managers do not inherently provide a second authentication factor; they manage the first factor (passwords), although some may integrate with multi-factor authentication (MFA) services.
• B. Password managers are applications or services that secure stored credentials, but they do not typically incorporate an "internal firewall" to protect their repository from unauthorized access; instead, they use encryption and local device security.
• D. While some password managers might store data locally, the statement implies a built-in antivirus/anti-malware which is not a core function of a password manager; they rely on the operating system's security features.

Concept tested. Password manager security benefits

Reference. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/password-manager-guidance

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