Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
local case (no server defined): local
RADIUS then local
TACACS+ then local
local (no fallback)
none (no authentication required)
Drag and drop each AAA method list on the left to its correct fallback order on the right.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
local case (no server defined): local
RADIUS then local
TACACS+ then local
local (no fallback)
none (no authentication required)
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
default login authentication: local case (no server defined): local
Method lists define the order of authentication sources. The default login method uses local as fallback; a common RADIUS-first list uses local; a TACACS+-first list uses local; a local-only list uses no fallback; and a none list allows access without authentication.
Quick reference
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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