TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE-003 · Question #253
When you use a backend that requires authentication, it is best practice to:
The correct answer is C. Use environment variables to configure authentication credentials outside of your Terraform. Credentials should not be hardcoded in Terraform files. Best practice is to configure them via environment variables or secret managers. Exam Questions, Study Guides, Practice Tests. Lead the way to help you pass any IT Certification exams, 100% Pass Guaranteed or Full Refund…
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When you use a backend that requires authentication, it is best practice to:
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- ARun all Terraform commands on a shared server or container.
- BConfigure the authentication credentials in your Terraform configuration files, and store them in
- CUse environment variables to configure authentication credentials outside of your Terraform
- DNone of the above.
How the community answered
(50 responses)- A8% (4)
- B14% (7)
- C76% (38)
- D2% (1)
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