Digital Vault Server Administration Flashcards
7 cards from real CAD practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 7 Digital Vault Server Administration flashcards as text
Which CyberArk service is responsible for managing the encryption keys used by the Digital Vault?
Answer: PrivateArk Server
The PrivateArk Server service handles core Vault operations including encryption key management for stored credentials.
What is the default port used for communication between the CyberArk PVWA and the Digital Vault?
Answer: 1858
Port 1858 is the proprietary port used for communication between CyberArk components and the Digital Vault.
During a Digital Vault backup, which file type contains the actual encrypted safe data?
Answer: .rdb files
The .rdb (Recoverable Database) files contain the encrypted safe contents and are critical for Vault backup and restore.
What is the purpose of the Vault's 'Operator CD' in a CyberArk deployment?
Answer: To store the Vault encryption keys for disaster recovery
The Operator CD stores the Vault master encryption keys and is required for disaster recovery scenarios where the Vault must be restored.
Which log file should an administrator review to investigate failed authentication attempts to the Digital Vault?
Answer: vault.log
The vault.log file records all Vault-level events including authentication successes and failures.
What is the recommended method to safely stop the CyberArk Digital Vault service for maintenance?
Answer: Use the PrivateArk Server console Stop button or CAVaultManager.exe
CyberArk recommends using CAVaultManager.exe or the PrivateArk Server console to gracefully stop the Vault, ensuring data integrity.
In CyberArk, what does the 'DBParm.ini' file primarily control?
Answer: Digital Vault server parameters and tuning settings
DBParm.ini is the main configuration file for the Digital Vault server, containing parameters for performance, security, and operational behavior.