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CompTIA: Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) Exam Prep

Category - Access/Identity

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Which of the following password restrictions is not realistic in most network settings?
  1. Passwords must be greater than eight characters and contain at least one numeric and one special character.
  2. Passwords will expire at regular intervals.
  3. User will be locked out of the account with a pre-specified number of failed attempts.
  4. Passwords are randomly generated by the administrator and given to users.
Explanation
Answer: D -Administrators randomly generating passwords is not a realistic policy in a real life network setting. The administrators would be bogged down with user requests for passwords as well as supporting users who had forgotten their password.

Key Takeaway: Of all the choices, using alphanumeric, special-case, numeric, expiration-dated passwords are safest. Setting a lockout policy for incorrect attempts also keeps the passwords safe.
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