2V0-21.23 Question 236
Single answerAn organization is configuring its VMware vSphere environment to use SSL certificates issued by their Enterprise PKI (Public Key Infrastructure). Why is it important to integrate the Enterprise PKI into the vSphere environment for managing SSL certificates?
- A
To ensure SSL certificates are automatically renewed and signed by a trusted internal Certificate Authority (CA).
- B
To enable encrypted communication between virtual machines within the same vSphere cluster.
- C
To eliminate the need for manually accepting self-signed certificates when accessing vSphere interfaces.
- D
To allow vSphere to generate its own SSL certificates without relying on external tools or authorities.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Integrating an Enterprise PKI into a VMware vSphere environment ensures SSL certificates are managed by a trusted internal Certificate Authority. This simplifies certificate management, automates renewals, and ensures compliance with organizational security standards. While other options discuss related aspects, only the first option correctly identifies the primary role of an Enterprise PKI in this scenario.
- A. Correct.
This is correct because integrating an Enterprise PKI ensures SSL certificates are issued and managed by a trusted internal CA, providing automated renewal and compliance with organizational security policies.
- B. Incorrect.
This is incorrect because encrypted communication between virtual machines is not directly related to SSL certificates managed by the Enterprise PKI.
- C. Incorrect.
This is incorrect because while integrating an Enterprise PKI eliminates the need for self-signed certificates, it is not the primary reason for using it.
- D. Incorrect.
This is incorrect because vSphere does not generate its own SSL certificates; it relies on self-signed certificates or certificates issued by a CA (like an Enterprise PKI).