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Authentication Process and Password Security

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What is the primary goal of implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?

To educate users about the importance of password security
To encourage users to create long, complex, and unique passwords
To store passwords securely using cryptographic hash functions
To require users to provide additional forms of identification (correct)

What is the main purpose of password hashing?

To implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
To educate users about common threats such as phishing attacks
To require users to periodically change their passwords
To store passwords securely using cryptographic hash functions (correct)

What is recommended to reduce the risk of password compromise?

Requiring users to periodically change their passwords (correct)
Using the same password for multiple accounts
Providing training and resources to users
Encouraging users to create long, complex, and unique passwords

What should users be encouraged to create for each account?

Long, complex, and unique passwords (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of education and awareness in password security?

To provide training and resources to help users understand password security (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should users be encouraged to periodically change their passwords?

To reduce the risk of password compromise due to potential exposure (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of storing passwords securely using cryptographic hash functions?

To protect passwords from being exposed in the event of a data breach (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of password security best practices?

To protect passwords from being exposed and compromised (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of providing training and resources to users?

To help users understand the importance of password security and recognize threats (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?

To require users to provide additional forms of identification (D) Signup and view all the answers

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