CDPSE Question #421: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is C: Use of machine-based authentication as an additional factor. Machine-based authentication adds a device verification layer to the login process, ensuring that even if credentials are stolen, access is only granted from trusted devices. This is more effective than relying solely on passwords or gateway hardening for preventing unauthorized

Privacy Architecture

Question

Which of the following MOST effectively prevents unauthorized parties from logging into a remote access solution by using stolen credentials?

Options

AImplementation of geo-blocking for high-risk countries
BUse of complex password policies
CUse of machine-based authentication as an additional factor
DHardening of the remote access solution gateway

Explanation

Machine-based authentication adds a device verification layer to the login process, ensuring that even if credentials are stolen, access is only granted from trusted devices. This is more effective than relying solely on passwords or gateway hardening for preventing unauthorized logins.

Topics

#Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)#Access Control#Remote Access Security#Authentication

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