SAUTO Network Security Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are best practices for managing API keys? (Choose three)
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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Rotate keys regularly
Keys should never be hardcoded, should be rotated regularly, and restricted to the least privilege.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Rotate keys regularly
Why this is correct
Reduces impact of compromised keys.
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Use least privilege access for keys
Why this is correct
Limits damage if keys are stolen.
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Never hardcode keys in scripts
Why this is correct
Security fundamental.
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Use the same key for every project
Why it's wrong here
Increases security risk.
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Share keys via email with the team
Why it's wrong here
Extremely insecure.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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