Exam SY0-701 Topic 2 Question 471 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's SY0-701 exam
Question #: 471
Topic #: 2
A systems administrator just purchased multiple network devices. Which of the following should the systems administrator perform to prevent attackers from accessing the devices by using publicly available information?

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Changing default passwords is a critical first step after acquiring new devices. Default credentials are widely known and publicly documented, so changing them prevents unauthorized access using this information.
Reference:
CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Official Study Guide, Domain 3.1: "Changing default passwords prevents attackers from exploiting publicly available device information." Exam Objectives 3.1: "Implement secure network architecture concepts."

by Myron at Aug 20, 2025, 06:38 AM

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