200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
In a PKI, what is the role of a Certificate Authority (CA)?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Issues and validates digital certificates
A CA issues, revokes, and manages digital certificates, establishing trust in the public key's ownership.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Generates private keys for users
Why it's wrong here
Private keys should be generated by the user, not the CA.
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Provides symmetric keys for session encryption
Why it's wrong here
Session keys are typically exchanged via asymmetric encryption, not provided by CA.
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Encrypts data for secure transmission
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is performed by parties using keys, not the CA.
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Issues and validates digital certificates
Why this is correct
CA issues certificates and validates their authenticity.
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