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A network technician is attempting to harden a commercial switch that was recently purchased. Which of the following hardening techniques best mitigates the use of publicly available information?

A.
Changing the default password
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A.
Changing the default password
B.
Blocking inbound SSH connections
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B.
Blocking inbound SSH connections
C.
Removing the gateway from the network configuration
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C.
Removing the gateway from the network configuration
D.
Restricting physical access to the switch
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D.
Restricting physical access to the switch
Suggested answer: A

Explanation:

Changing the default password is a hardening technique that best mitigates the use of publicly available information, such as vendor documentation, online forums, or hacking tools, that may reveal the default credentials of a commercial switch. By changing the default password to a strong and unique one, the network technician can prevent unauthorized access to the switch configuration and management.

Network Hardening - N10-008 CompTIA Network+ : 4.3 - YouTube1

CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam Objectives, page 151

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