GSLC-2020: GIAC Security LeadershipDemo

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QuestionQ476

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Which of the following are true?

Each correct answer represents a complete solution.

Choose two
  • A Digest authentication is a more secure authentication method as compared to Basic authentication.
  • B In Digest authentication, passwords are sent across a network as a hash value, rather than as clear text.
  • C Digest authentication is used by wireless LANs, which follow the IEEE 802.11 standard.
  • D In Digest authentication, passwords are sent across a network as clear text, rather than as a has value.
Explanation

Digest authentication is more secure than Basic authentication because it uses a challenge-response mechanism and does not transmit the password as clear text. The password is represented through a hash-based response rather than being sent directly over the network.

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