AI0-001 AI Security Practice Question
A developer is building an LLM-powered code assistant. They want to prevent the model from generating insecure code. Which OWASP LLM Top 10 category is most relevant to this risk?
⚠ Common exam trap
The AI0-001 exam often tests the distinction between input-based attacks (prompt injection) and output-based risks (insecure output handling), so candidates mistakenly choose prompt injection because they focus on how the model is manipulated rather than on the security of what the model produces.
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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Insecure output handling
Insecure output handling (B) is the most relevant OWASP LLM Top 10 category because the risk is that the LLM generates insecure code, which is a direct output from the model. This category specifically addresses failures to validate, sanitize, or restrict the model's output before it is used in downstream applications, such as a code assistant. By not properly handling the generated code, the assistant could introduce vulnerabilities like SQL injection or command injection into the user's codebase.
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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Sensitive information disclosure
Why it's wrong here
Sensitive information disclosure is about leaking data, not generating insecure code.
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Insecure output handling
Why this is correct
Insecure output handling covers risks from failing to validate LLM outputs, such as generating unsafe code.
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Model denial of service
Why it's wrong here
Model denial of service is about resource exhaustion, not output security.
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Prompt injection
Why it's wrong here
Prompt injection focuses on input manipulation, not output validation.
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