SecurityQuestion 41 of 100
Which best practice reduces the risk that a stolen password alone can compromise an account?
a.Requiring multifactor authentication
b.Reusing one password everywhere
c.Disabling account lockout
d.Writing passwords on a sticky note
Explanation
Requiring MFA means a stolen password is not enough because an additional factor is needed. Reusing passwords and disabling lockout increase exposure, and writing passwords down risks disclosure.
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