SSCP · Question #1179
A password audit consists of checking for ____________?
The correct answer is E. All of the items listed. A comprehensive password audit evaluates multiple factors, including minimum length, aging policies, overall strength, and the presence of blank passwords, to ensure robust security.
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A password audit consists of checking for ____________?
Options
- AMinimum password length
- BPassword aging
- CPassword Strength
- DBlank Passwords
- EAll of the items listed
How the community answered
(22 responses)- A5% (1)
- C5% (1)
- E91% (20)
Why each option
A comprehensive password audit evaluates multiple factors, including minimum length, aging policies, overall strength, and the presence of blank passwords, to ensure robust security.
Minimum password length is only one aspect of a robust password policy and audit, not the sole focus.
Password aging is an important security control but represents only one component of a complete password audit.
Assessing password strength is crucial, but a full audit also includes policy enforcement and identification of problematic passwords.
Detecting blank passwords is a critical security check, but a comprehensive audit covers a broader range of password-related issues.
A thorough password audit encompasses checking for adherence to minimum password length requirements, verifying proper password aging policies are enforced, assessing the overall strength and complexity of passwords, and identifying any instances of blank or default passwords to minimize security vulnerabilities.
Concept tested: Password audit components
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/identity-protection/password-policy/password-policy
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