350-601 Storage Network Practice Question
During iSCSI configuration, the storage administrator requires authentication between initiator and target. Which method uses a bidirectional secret to verify both ends?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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CHAP
CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) can be one-way or mutual. Mutual CHAP requires both initiator and target to authenticate each other using secrets.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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RADIUS
Why it's wrong here
RADIUS is an AAA protocol but not directly for iSCSI session authentication.
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IPsec
Why it's wrong here
IPsec is used for encryption, not specifically for iSCSI authentication.
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CHAP
Why this is correct
CHAP provides authentication; mutual CHAP authenticates both sides.
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Kerberos
Why it's wrong here
Kerberos is a network authentication protocol but not commonly used in iSCSI.
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