CRISC IT Risk Identification Practice Question
Which of the following is an example of a 'configuration vulnerability' that should be identified during vulnerability assessment?
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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Default administrative passwords left unchanged on a network device
A configuration vulnerability arises from improper system settings. Leaving default passwords unchanged is a classic configuration weakness.
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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A buffer overflow in a custom application
Why it's wrong here
This is an application vulnerability (coding flaw).
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An SQL injection flaw in a web form
Why it's wrong here
This is an application vulnerability.
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Default administrative passwords left unchanged on a network device
Why this is correct
Correct. This is a configuration issue.
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Missing security patches on a server
Why it's wrong here
This is a patch management weakness, often categorized separately.
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