What types of configuration files can CPM manage?

The correct response highlights the types of configuration files that the CyberArk Privileged Credential Manager (CPM) can effectively manage. CPM is designed to handle specific types of configuration files that typically contain settings or parameters vital for the functioning of applications and systems.

Plain text, INI, XML, and web configuration files are commonly used in various software environments for reading and writing configuration data. These formats allow for structured storage of configuration parameters, making it easier for the CPM to parse and manage sensitive data, such as credentials, and to ensure secure access.

Plain text files are straightforward and can be read by any text editor, while INI files come in a simple key-value format, which is easy for users to understand. XML files provide a hierarchical structure that can encapsulate complex configurations, and web configuration files, often used in web applications, define application-specific settings.

In contrast, the other types of files listed in the options do not fit the intended purpose of CPM. Binary files and executable files are typically not used for configuration settings, while HTML and PDF files primarily serve for displaying information rather than defining application settings. Word documents and spreadsheets are meant for documentation and data processing tasks, which do not align with the management of sensitive configuration details.