FC0-U61 · Question #107
Which of the following is the BEST security practice to use when configuring the management options of a wireless router?
The correct answer is B. Change the admin password. The best security practice when configuring the management options of a wireless router is to change the default administrator password.
Question
Which of the following is the BEST security practice to use when configuring the management options of a wireless router?
Options
- ADisable DHCP
- BChange the admin password
- CEnable SSID
- DEnable remote administration
How the community answered
(60 responses)- A2% (1)
- B93% (56)
- C3% (2)
- D2% (1)
Why each option
The best security practice when configuring the management options of a wireless router is to change the default administrator password.
Disabling DHCP would require manual IP configuration for every device on the network, which is inconvenient and not primarily a security measure for router management itself.
Default administrator passwords for wireless routers are often generic and publicly known, making the device highly vulnerable to unauthorized access. Changing this password to a strong, unique one is a fundamental step to secure the management interface and prevent attackers from reconfiguring the router or accessing network settings.
Enabling SSID (Service Set Identifier) is necessary for devices to discover and connect to the wireless network and is not a security practice for router management.
Enabling remote administration generally decreases security by allowing access to the router's management interface from outside the local network, increasing the attack surface if not securely configured (e.g., with VPN).
Concept tested: Wireless router security configuration
Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/docs/smb/routers/cisco-rv-series-vpn-routers/smb3281-change-the-default-password-on-rv130-130w-and-rv132w.html
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