CSSLP Secure Software Architecture And Design Practice Question
When conducting a secure design review, which activity provides the most insight into potential session management vulnerabilities?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Analyzing the implementation of HttpOnly and Secure flags on session cookies.
Session management is best reviewed by analyzing the cookie attributes and token handling flows.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Checking for SQL injection in login forms.
Why it's wrong here
This relates to input validation and data access.
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Reviewing the database schema for password hashing algorithms.
Why it's wrong here
This reviews credential storage, not session management.
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Verifying the presence of a Web Application Firewall (WAF).
Why it's wrong here
WAF is an external control, not a design-level session control.
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Analyzing the implementation of HttpOnly and Secure flags on session cookies.
Why this is correct
These flags prevent XSS-based cookie theft and plaintext transmission.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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