1500 Questions | CISSP Certification Guide 2026

Asset Security (10%): Data classification, privacy, and lifecycle management.

Security Architecture and Engineering (13%): Security models, cryptography, and physical security.

Communication and Network Security (12%): Secure network design and components.

Identity and Access Management (IAM) (13%): Controlling access and managing identities.

Security Assessment and Testing (12%): Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing logic.

Security Operations (13%): Incident response, digital forensics, and investigations.

Software Development Security (9%): Secure coding and the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

B. To install the latest firewall firmware across all corporate branch offices.

C. To perform a vulnerability scan on the web server to find SQL injection flaws.

D. To encrypt all data at rest using AES-256 bit encryption keys.

E. To draft a nondisclosure agreement for new third-party vendors.

F. To conduct a physical security sweep of the data center.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

B (Incorrect): This is a technical operation, not a strategic analysis goal.

C (Incorrect): This falls under security testing, not impact analysis.

D (Incorrect): Encryption is a technical control for asset security.

E (Incorrect): This is a legal/administrative control, not the primary goal of a BIA.

F (Incorrect): Physical sweeps are part of site security operations.

Question 2: In the context of Identity and Access Management (IAM), which concept describes the "least privilege" principle?

B. Users are granted only the minimum access levels necessary to perform their job functions.

C. All employees should have administrative rights to reduce IT support tickets.

D. Passwords must be at least 25 characters long and changed every week.

E. Using a single shared account for the entire marketing department.

F. Granting access based solely on the seniority or age of the employee.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

A (Incorrect): This describes excessive privilege and increases risk.

C (Incorrect): Providing universal admin rights is a major security violation.

D (Incorrect): This is a password complexity policy, not the definition of least privilege.

E (Incorrect): Shared accounts violate accountability and the principle of least privilege.

F (Incorrect): Access should be based on "need to know" and job role, not seniority.

Question 3: During the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), at what stage is it most cost-effective to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities?

B. During the Deployment phase.

C. During the Requirements and Design phase.

D. After a major data breach has occurred.

E. During the disposal of the software.

F. When the software is being sold to a third party.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

A (Incorrect): Fixing bugs in production is costly and risky.

B (Incorrect): Deployment is too late to catch fundamental architectural flaws.

D (Incorrect): This is the most expensive time to find a flaw.

E & F (Incorrect): These stages are too late in the lifecycle to influence secure coding efficiency.

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