FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
An IT administrator is hardening a server. Which three of the following actions should be taken to improve security? (Select 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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Disable unused services and ports
Disabling unnecessary services reduces attack surface; enabling automatic updates ensures patches; implementing least privilege limits access.
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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Disable unused services and ports
Why this is correct
Correct. This reduces attack vectors.
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Implement the principle of least privilege
Why this is correct
Correct. Users should have minimum access needed.
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Disable the firewall for better performance
Why it's wrong here
Disabling firewall increases risk.
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Enable automatic software updates
Why this is correct
Correct. Updates patch vulnerabilities.
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Grant all users administrative rights
Why it's wrong here
This violates least privilege.
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