DS0-001 Data Governance And Security Practice Question
When reviewing a database security configuration, which finding poses the highest risk?
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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Enabled default accounts with default passwords
Default accounts (like 'admin' or 'sa') with default passwords are the most common entry points for attackers.
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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Old server hardware
Why it's wrong here
Hardware age is a reliability concern, not an access risk.
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Lack of database documentation
Why it's wrong here
This is a process issue, not an immediate security exploit.
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Enabled default accounts with default passwords
Why this is correct
Default credentials are a critical security vulnerability.
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Redundant indexes
Why it's wrong here
This is a performance efficiency issue.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CompTIA exam blueprint
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