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What is the expected behavior if Kafka broker's SSL truststore file is missing when SSL is enabled?
What is the expected behavior if Kafka broker's SSL truststore file is missing when SSL is enabled?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Role of truststore in Kafka SSL
The truststore contains certificates to verify clients; it is required for SSL.Step 2: Missing truststore effect
Without truststore, broker cannot verify clients and fails to start to avoid insecure operation.Final Answer:
Broker fails to start due to missing truststore -> Option AQuick Check:
Missing truststore causes broker startup failure = B [OK]
Quick Trick: Truststore must exist or broker won't start with SSL [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Assuming broker disables SSL automatically
- Thinking broker accepts clients without verification
- Believing missing truststore only logs warnings
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