CND Application And Data Protection Practice Question
A security analyst is hardening an Apache HTTP Server against web attacks. Which TWO directives or modules should be configured to enhance application security and mitigate common web threats?
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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mod_security (Web Application Firewall engine)
mod_headers (for security headers like HSTS and CSP) and mod_security (Web Application Firewall engine) enhance Apache security.
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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KeepAlive On and KeepAliveTimeout 5
Why it's wrong here
KeepAlive manages persistent TCP connections, impacting performance rather than direct security filtering.
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DirectoryIndex index.php index.html
Why it's wrong here
DirectoryIndex specifies the default file served when a directory is requested, not a security hardening control.
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Listen 80 without SSLVirtualHost configuration
Why it's wrong here
Leaving port 80 unencrypted without redirection to HTTPS reduces security.
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mod_security (Web Application Firewall engine)
Why this is correct
mod_security provides real-time web application monitoring, logging, and access control filtering.
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mod_headers configured to enforce HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS)
Why this is correct
mod_headers allows setting Strict-Transport-Security headers to enforce HTTPS connections.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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