Vault Enterprise Vault Security Model Practice Question
An application is using the AppRole method and you want to ensure that the SecretID can only be used from a specific CIDR range. Which field in the AppRole role configuration should be updated?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Update the 'secret_id_bound_cidrs' field in the role.
The 'secret_id_bound_cidrs' parameter allows you to restrict where a SecretID can be used.
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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Configure the CIDR block in the 'token_policies'.
Why it's wrong here
Policies cannot restrict CIDR usage for the authentication phase.
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Update the 'secret_id_bound_cidrs' field in the role.
Why this is correct
This is the specific field for SecretID CIDR binding.
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Create a custom sentinel policy for the auth method.
Why it's wrong here
While possible, it is not the standard or most efficient way to achieve CIDR binding.
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Update the 'token_bound_cidrs' field in the role.
Why it's wrong here
This restricts the resulting token, not the SecretID usage phase.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official HashiCorp exam blueprint
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