KCSA Kubernetes Cluster Component Security Practice Question
Which component provides network routing and iptables/IPVS rule management across worker nodes for Kubernetes Services?
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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kube-proxy
kube-proxy maintains network rules on nodes allowing network communication to pods.
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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kube-scheduler
Why it's wrong here
Scheduler handles pod placement.
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kube-apiserver
Why it's wrong here
API server is the control plane frontend.
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etcd
Why it's wrong here
Etcd is the database.
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kube-proxy
Why this is correct
Kube-proxy manages service networking on nodes.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CNCF / Linux Foundation exam blueprint
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