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FC0-U71 Practice Question: Which THREE of the following are best practices…
Which THREE of the following are best practices for database security?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the misconception that disabling security features like audit logs is acceptable for performance or storage savings, when in fact it eliminates critical accountability and detection capabilities required for secure database operations.
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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Use strong, complex passwords
Using strong, complex passwords is a fundamental security practice that reduces the risk of brute-force or dictionary attacks against database authentication. Passwords should meet length and complexity requirements (e.g., at least 12 characters with mixed case, numbers, and special characters) and be stored using salted, cryptographically strong hashes like bcrypt or PBKDF2. This prevents unauthorized access even if the password hash is compromised.
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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Use strong, complex passwords
Why this is correct
Strong passwords resist brute-force attacks.
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Grant all database privileges to all users
Why it's wrong here
This violates the principle of least privilege and increases risk.
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Disable audit logs to save storage
Why it's wrong here
Audit logs are crucial for detecting unauthorized access.
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Encrypt sensitive data at rest
Why this is correct
Encryption protects data if the database files are compromised.
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Implement least privilege access
Why this is correct
Users should only have permissions necessary for their role.
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