Exam N10-008 topic 1 question 160 discussion

A jump box (also known as a jump server or a bastion host) is a dedicated server or virtual machine that provides secure access to other systems on a network. In the scenario described in the question, the jump box is the server that the developers connect to remotely in order to access production applications and data. The purpose of the jump box is to provide an additional layer of security by restricting direct access to the production servers. This helps to protect the production servers from potential security threats that could be introduced through the developers' remote connections.

This scenario is best described as a "jump box." A jump box is a server that provides a secure way for users to access other servers or applications within a network. By connecting remotely to the jump box, developers can access production data without having direct access to the production servers. This approach helps to increase security and control access to sensitive information

Out-of-band-management device accesses and manages devices and infrastructure at remote location. Site-to-site allows employees to remotely communicate, share resources, and safely access data. Jump box is not listed on CompTia but it is used to access and manage devices in a seperate security zone remotely.

I hate this question. What does it "represent"? A proxy server. But I am going to make an assumption that CompTIA wants this to be understood as the primary purpose for a jump box out of these options.

Proxy Server: Acts as an intermediary between clients (developers in this case) and other servers (production servers).

Support remote access to critical network infrastructure using out-of-band links.

Out-of-Band Management is a solution that provides a secure dedicated alternate access method into an IT network infrastructure to administer connected devices and IT assets without using the corporate LAN. Purpose: An out-of-band management device is used to manage and monitor network infrastructure components, such as routers, switches, servers, and network appliances, in a separate and dedicated network channel known as the "management plane." It provides an alternative and isolated path for managing network devices. I think the answer is Jump Box

A. Management Plane. administration and monitoring network. B. proxy server. man-in-middle. intercept/forward network traffic. C. out-of-band management. separate network dedicated to changing device configuration. D. site-to-site VPN. access remote data securely. E. Jump box. secure entry point(ssh backdoor) to access and manage devices. (bastion host). segmented(isolated from private network, DMZ), public facing part of the network that is not fully trusted. I would think the answer would be D.

jump box is no where in the CompTIA Network+ textbook but Out-Of-Band Management is. 392 | The Official CompTIA Network+ Student Guide (Exam N10-008) Lesson 16: Comparing WAN Links and Remote Access Methods | Topic 16B USB and RJ-45 type console ports plus AUX and other management interfaces on a router. (Image © 123RF.com.) Management methods can be described as either in-band or out-of-band (OOB). An in-band management link is one that shares traffic with other communications on the “production” network. The console port is a physically out-of-band management method; the link is limited to the attached device. When you are using a browser-based management interface or a virtual terminal, the link can be made out-of-band by connecting the port used for management access to physically separate network infrastructure. Obviously, this is costly to implement, but out-of- band management is more secure and means that access to the device is preserved when there are problems affecting the production network. I'm sticking with "C"

GPT picks (E): "The scenario BEST represents (E) Jump box. A jump box, also known as a jump server or bastion host, is a server that acts as an intermediary between a user or developer and the target server or network. In this case, developers use the jump box to remotely connect to it, and from there, they can access production applications and data. The jump box serves as a secure entry point that helps manage and control remote access to sensitive systems. It adds an extra layer of security by allowing access only to authorized users and then providing access to the production environment."

E. A jump box. A jump box (also known as a jump server, bastion host, or pivot host) is a dedicated server that acts as an intermediary or access point for connecting to other servers in a network. In this scenario, developers first connect remotely to the jump box, and from there, they can access the production applications and data. The jump box helps enhance security by providing controlled access to critical systems and enforcing centralized authentication and access controls.

Also note that this is also called a BastionHost. Or atleast the Bastion Host is used for this.

E. A jump box. A jump box, also known as a jump server or jump host, is a dedicated server that is used as a secure intermediary point of access to other servers in a network. It is used to provide remote access to internal resources, such as production applications and data, while maintaining security. Developers can connect remotely to the jump box, then use it as a secure gateway to access production data on other servers. The jump box acts as a single point of access and provides an additional layer of security by controlling and logging access to production servers.

E: A jump box is a secure computer that all admins first connect to before launching any administrative task or use as an origination point to connect to other servers or untrusted environments.

I am not entirely sure about this one but i would go with C.

Jumpbox is like a wac server.

A site-to-site virtual private network (VPN) refers to a connection set up between multiple networks. This could be a corporate network where multiple offices work in conjunction with each other or a branch office network with a central office and multiple branch locations. Site-to-site VPNs are useful for companies that prioritize private, protected traffic and are particularly helpful for organizations with more than one office spread out over large geographical locations. These businesses often have to access resources housed on a primary network, which could include servers that facilitate email or store data. In some instances, a server may be the operational hub of an application essential to the company’s business. A site-to-site VPN can, in that case, give all sites full access to the application—as if it were housed within their physical facility. Ref: https://www.fortinet.com/resources/cyberglossary/what-is-site-to-site-vpn