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VCP-DCV vSphere Security Practice Question
A vSphere administrator needs to ensure that all HTTPS traffic to ESXi hosts is encrypted using TLS 1.2. Where should the administrator configure the minimum TLS version?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse the ESXi host's TLS configuration (set via advanced settings) with vCenter Server's TLS configuration (set via VAMI), leading them to incorrectly select Option C.
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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Host Advanced Settings (Config.HostAgent.plugins.vimsvc.auth.minTLSVersion)
The minimum TLS version for ESXi host HTTPS traffic is configured via the host advanced setting `Config.HostAgent.plugins.vimsvc.auth.minTLSVersion`. This setting directly controls the TLS protocol version used by the ESXi host's HTTP services, including the vSphere Client and API endpoints, ensuring only TLS 1.2 or higher is accepted.
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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Host Advanced Settings (Config.HostAgent.plugins.vimsvc.auth.minTLSVersion)
Why this is correct
This advanced setting controls the minimum TLS version.
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Security Profile in the vSphere Client
Why it's wrong here
Security Profile shows services, not TLS settings.
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vCenter Server Appliance (VAMI) web interface
Why it's wrong here
VAMI is for vCenter Server, not ESXi.
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ESXi Firewall rules
Why it's wrong here
Firewall does not control TLS version.
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Last reviewed: Jun 11, 2026
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