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LX0-104 · Question #691
LX0-104 Question #691: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is E: Regular users do not have access to the password hashes of shadow passwords.. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.
Question
How do shadow passwords improve the password security in comparison to standard passwd passwords?
Options
- AShadow passwords are stored in plain text and can be checked for weak passwords.
- BEvery shadow password is valid for 45 days and must be changed afterwards.
- CThe system's host key is used to strongly encrypt all shadow passwords.
- DShadow passwords are always combined with a public key that has to match the user's private
- ERegular users do not have access to the password hashes of shadow passwords.
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