SSCP Systems and Application Security Practice Question
A system administrator is applying CIS Benchmarks to a Windows server. Which TWO hardening measures are typically recommended by CIS? (Select TWO.)
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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Enforce strong password policies
CIS benchmarks recommend disabling unnecessary services and enforcing password policies.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Enable all Windows features by default
Why it's wrong here
CIS recommends disabling unnecessary features.
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Disable audit logging
Why it's wrong here
CIS recommends enabling logging.
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Enforce strong password policies
Why this is correct
Password complexity and length.
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Disable unused services
Why this is correct
Reduces attack surface.
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Allow anonymous enumeration of SAM accounts
Why it's wrong here
Security risk; CIS recommends disabling.
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