Vault Enterprise Vault Security Model Practice Question
When configuring the Kubernetes auth method, what does the 'token_bound_cidrs' parameter on a role do?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Restricts the generated Vault token to specific IP ranges.
This restricts the resulting token to only be usable from the specified CIDR ranges, providing an additional layer of security after authentication.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Restricts the generated Vault token to specific IP ranges.
Why this is correct
This is a core security control for tokens.
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Restricts the Kubernetes API server access.
Why it's wrong here
This is managed by Kubernetes network policies.
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Binds the login process to a specific pod IP.
Why it's wrong here
While related, the field specifically limits the token's usage scope.
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Limits the number of simultaneous logins from an IP.
Why it's wrong here
This is rate limiting, not CIDR binding.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official HashiCorp exam blueprint
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