CompTIA Network+ Practice Test

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Which version of SNMP includes enhanced security features like encryption and authentication?

SNMP v1
SNMP v2
SNMP v3
SNMP v4

The correct answer is: SNMP v3

SNMP v3 is the version that includes significant enhancements in security features, specifically designed to address the vulnerabilities present in the earlier versions. This version introduces mechanisms for authentication, ensuring that only authorized users can access the SNMP data, and encryption, which protects the confidentiality of the messages being exchanged. These improvements are crucial in network management environments where sensitive information may be at risk. In contrast, SNMP v1 and SNMP v2 lack these advanced security features, relying on community strings for authentication and having no built-in encryption, making them more susceptible to interception and unauthorized access. SNMP v4 is not an officially recognized version in the SNMP protocol suite, which further clarifies the importance of v3 as the standard for secure network management.