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SK0-005 · Question #645

A server administrator notices one of the web servers in the data center appears to be offline; however, the web server is not turned off. The administrator performs a port scan, which produces the…

The correct answer is C. Open port 143. Port 143 (IMAP) is filtered, which could prevent email services from functioning correctly if needed. Opening port 143 would allow IMAP traffic, resolving potential connectivity issues for users who require access to email services on this server.

Troubleshooting

Question

A server administrator notices one of the web servers in the data center appears to be offline; however, the web server is not turned off. The administrator performs a port scan, which produces the following report:

Which of the following should the administrator perform next based on the port scan?

Exhibit

SK0-005 question #645 exhibit

Options

  • AOpen port 23.
  • BClose port 123.
  • COpen port 143.
  • DClose port 443.

How the community answered

(45 responses)
  • A
    4% (2)
  • B
    9% (4)
  • C
    71% (32)
  • D
    16% (7)

Explanation

Port 143 (IMAP) is filtered, which could prevent email services from functioning correctly if needed. Opening port 143 would allow IMAP traffic, resolving potential connectivity issues for users who require access to email services on this server.

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#Troubleshooting#Network ports#Port scanning

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