Cisco Exam 300-735 Topic 4 Question 74 Discussion

Actual exam question for Cisco's 300-735 exam

Question #: 74
Topic #: 4

A developer has just completed the configuration of an API that connects sensitive internal systems. Based on company policies, the security of the data is a high priority.

Which approach must be taken to secure API keys and passwords?

AEmbed them directly in the code.

BStore them in a hidden file.

CStore them inside the source tree of the application.

DChange them periodically.

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Carmela

15 days ago

Hey, at least they didn't suggest using 'password' or 'qwerty' as the API keys. That's progress, right?

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Francine

3 days ago

A: B) Store them in a hidden file.

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Malinda

19 days ago

I'm pretty sure the answer is 'D' - change them periodically. Anything else is just asking for a data breach, and I don't know about you, but I prefer keeping my job.

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Amira

3 days ago

I agree, changing them periodically is crucial for security.

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Jose

25 days ago

Changing them periodically? Finally, an option that actually makes sense! Security through diligence, that's what I like to see.

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Lanie

11 days ago

A: Changing them periodically is crucial for maintaining security.

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Rocco

1 months ago

Storing them in the source tree? Are they trying to make it easier for hackers? That's like leaving your front door wide open and wondering why someone walked in.

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Skye

1 months ago

Hidden files? Really? That's like hiding your house key under the doormat. Anyone with a bit of know-how can find it. Not the best option for securing API keys and passwords.

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Rana

10 days ago

C: Agreed, storing them inside the source tree of the application is a risky move. Changing them periodically is the best approach for security.

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Edna

12 days ago

B: Storing them in a hidden file is a better option, but it's still not foolproof.

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Cassi

15 days ago

A: Definitely not embedding them directly in the code, that's a security risk.

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Elke

1 months ago

Seriously? Embedding sensitive data directly in the code? That's just asking for trouble! Definitely not the way to go, no matter how tempting it might be.

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