Systems Security Certified Practitioner – SSCP – Question0986 - Systems Security Certified Practitioner

What is the main characteristic of a multi-homed host?

A. It is placed between two routers or firewalls.
B. It allows IP routing.
C. It has multiple network interfaces, each connected to separate networks.
D. It operates at multiple layers.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The main characteristic of a multi-homed host is that is has multiple network interfaces, each connected to logically and physically separate networks. IP routing should be disabled to prevent the firewall from routing packets directly from one interface to the other.
Source: FERREL, Robert G, Questions and Answers for the CISSP Exam, domain 2 (derived from the Information Security Management Handbook, 4th Ed., by Tipton & Krause).