CGRC GRC Program Practice Question
An organization is integrating its GRC platform with an existing Active Directory infrastructure. To enforce the Principle of Least Privilege for internal auditors, which configuration step should be prioritized?
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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Map Active Directory groups to granular GRC Security Profiles.
Mapping specific Active Directory groups to GRC-defined 'Role-Based Access Control' (RBAC) profiles ensures that auditor access is limited to read-only views of evidence repositories.
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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Map Active Directory groups to granular GRC Security Profiles.
Why this is correct
This is the correct method to restrict access to specific evidence and assessment data.
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Assign Global Administrator rights to the lead auditor.
Why it's wrong here
This violates the principle of least privilege.
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Enable Single Sign-On (SSO) for all users globally.
Why it's wrong here
SSO provides authentication but does not define granular authorization levels within the GRC module.
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Configure a shared service account for all audit activities.
Why it's wrong here
Shared accounts destroy audit trails and non-repudiation.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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