350-201(NEW-127Q) · Question #81
What does the process of hardening machine images involve when preparing them for deployment in an IT infrastructure?
The correct answer is D. implementing security measures to protect against potential threats and vulnerabilities. Hardening refers specifically to the security-focused process of reducing a system's attack surface by disabling unnecessary services, applying patches, enforcing least-privilege access, and configuring security controls - making option D correct. Option A (boot optimization)…
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- Aoptimizing the images for faster boot times and performance
- Bcompressing the images to minimize network load during deployment
- Ccustomizing the images for user-specific applications and settings
- Dimplementing security measures to protect against potential threats and vulnerabilities
How the community answered
(17 responses)- A6% (1)
- C6% (1)
- D88% (15)
Explanation
Hardening refers specifically to the security-focused process of reducing a system's attack surface by disabling unnecessary services, applying patches, enforcing least-privilege access, and configuring security controls - making option D correct. Option A (boot optimization) describes performance tuning, which is a separate concern from security. Option B (compression) relates to deployment logistics and bandwidth management, not security preparation. Option C (customization for users) describes configuration management or provisioning, not hardening.
Memory tip: Think of "hardening" like reinforcing a building - you're not making it faster or smaller, you're making it harder to break into. The word itself signals defense against threats.
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