CAS-004 Security Operations Practice Question
A security team is preparing for a penetration test. Which document defines the scope, rules, and restrictions for the test?
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Rules of Engagement (RoE)
The Rules of Engagement (RoE) is a formal document that outlines the scope, permissions, and constraints of a penetration test.
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Rules of Engagement (RoE)
Why this is correct
The Rules of Engagement document is the formal agreement that scopes a penetration test, listing authorised targets, permitted techniques, timing windows and prohibited actions. It satisfies the stem's requirement for a document defining scope, rules and restrictions, protecting both tester and client legally.
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Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Why it's wrong here
An MOU is a general agreement, not specific to a penetration test.
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Statement of Work (SoW)
Why it's wrong here
An SoW describes deliverables, timelines and pricing for contracted work, not the permitted techniques or targets of a test. It is tempting because it is project-scoping, and would be correct when defining commercial deliverables for an engagement.
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Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Why it's wrong here
An SLA defines service performance and availability commitments between provider and customer, not test boundaries. It is tempting because it is a formal agreement, and would be correct when specifying uptime guarantees or response times for a delivered service.
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