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200-201 Practice Question: During a security audit, an analyst finds that a…
During a security audit, an analyst finds that a third-party vendor has access to sensitive customer data beyond what is necessary for their services. Which principle of least privilege should the policy enforce?
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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Enforce a data classification and access control policy
The principle of least privilege means granting only the minimum access rights necessary. To enforce this, the policy should include data classification and access controls that restrict vendor access to only required data sets. Option C is correct. Option A (implement an incident response plan) is reactive and does not prevent excessive access. Option B (update the end-user license agreement) is a legal document, not a technical control. Option D (invoke a service-level agreement) defines performance metrics, not access restrictions.
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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Implement an incident response plan for data leaks
Why it's wrong here
Implementing an incident response plan is reactive and does not enforce least privilege; it addresses data leaks after they occur.
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Update the end-user license agreement
Why it's wrong here
Updating the end-user license agreement is a legal measure, not a technical control for enforcing least privilege.
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Enforce a data classification and access control policy
Why this is correct
A data classification and access control policy directly implements least privilege by ensuring only necessary data is accessible.
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Invoke a service-level agreement
Why it's wrong here
Invoking a service-level agreement addresses service performance, not access rights or the principle of least privilege.
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