Multiple choice technology security

Which of the following is true?

  1. Servers are generally configured in a secure manner when they are first installed

  2. It is impossible to securely configure a web server

  3. Out of the box settings normally meet what is called minimum baseline security standards

  4. The default settings on web servers are not generally secure
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Web server default configurations prioritize ease of installation and functionality over security. They often include unnecessary features, default credentials, or permissive settings that must be manually hardened for production use.

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