SY0-701 Domain 1: General Security Concepts

Which of the answers listed below refer to common methods of device authentication used within the AAA framework? (Select 3 answers)

Multiple response — select two or more answers

Answer choices

  1. a. Usernames and passwords
  2. b. Digital certificates
  3. c. IP addresses
  4. d. MFA
  5. e. Biometric authentication
  6. f. MAC addresses

Architectural breakdown & explanation

Devices are commonly authenticated using digital certificates, IP addresses, and MAC addresses.

Correct answer(s): b. Digital certificates, c. IP addresses, f. MAC addresses

Exam domain: Domain 1: General Security Concepts (12% weight on the official guide).

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