A common root user account has been configured for a group of ESXi 6.x hosts. Which two steps should be taken to mitigate security risks associated with this configuration? (Choose two.)

The correct answer is B. Set a complex password for the root account and limit its use. C. Use ESXi Active Directory capabilities to assign users the administrator role. To address the security risks, you need to set a complex password for the root account and make sure only authorized personnel use it. The second step is to use ESXi active directory to assign the administrator role to users.

Section 1 – Configure and Administer vSphere 6.x Security

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Options

ARemove the root user account from the ESXi host.
BSet a complex password for the root account and limit its use.
CUse ESXi Active Directory capabilities to assign users the administrator role.
DUse Lockdown mode to restrict root account access.

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A
7% (2)
B
77% (23)
D
17% (5)

Explanation

To address the security risks, you need to set a complex password for the root account and make sure only authorized personnel use it. The second step is to use ESXi active directory to assign the administrator role to users.

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#ESXi root account#security best practices#Active Directory integration#password policy

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