FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
A company wants to implement the principle of least privilege for its employees. Which TWO of the following actions align with this principle? (Choose TWO.)
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Providing access only to the applications needed for each employee's role
Least privilege means giving users only the permissions necessary to perform their jobs. Granting access only to required applications and revoking old permissions enforce this.
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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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Providing access only to the applications needed for each employee's role
Why this is correct
This aligns with least privilege.
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Allowing employees to share passwords for convenience
Why it's wrong here
Password sharing is a security risk, not related to least privilege.
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Granting all employees administrative rights by default
Why it's wrong here
This violates least privilege by giving excessive permissions.
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Revoking access to systems when an employee changes roles
Why this is correct
Revoking old permissions prevents unnecessary access.
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Giving all employees full access to the company's financial data
Why it's wrong here
This violates least privilege by granting unnecessary access.
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