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SK0-005 · Question #551

A technician is investigating a server's configuration to secure it from physical threats. The technician checks the BIOS and sees the following boot order: USB Drive CDROM Drive Network Adapter…

The correct answer is C. Set BIOS password. Setting a BIOS password is a crucial step in securing the server against unauthorized access, especially for physical threats. This password will prevent unauthorized users from changing the boot order or accessing the BIOS settings. It adds a layer of security by ensuring that…

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Question

A technician is investigating a server's configuration to secure it from physical threats. The technician checks the BIOS and sees the following boot order:

USB Drive CDROM Drive Network Adapter RAID Controller Additionally, the server's host OS is stored on mirrored drives. Which of the following should the technician do to secure the server?

Options

  • ADisable all except RAID Controller.
  • BBlock USB ports on the server.
  • CSet BIOS password.
  • DMove RAID Controller to the top of the list.

How the community answered

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  • A
    4% (1)
  • B
    4% (1)
  • C
    85% (22)
  • D
    8% (2)

Explanation

Setting a BIOS password is a crucial step in securing the server against unauthorized access, especially for physical threats. This password will prevent unauthorized users from changing the boot order or accessing the BIOS settings. It adds a layer of security by ensuring that only authorized personnel can modify the server's boot configuration or settings.

Topics

#BIOS security#Physical security#Boot order#Server hardening

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