CGRC Control Implementation Practice Question
You are managing access to a file server. You want to ensure that users can read files but not delete them. What is this an example of?
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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Read-Only permission
This is the principle of Least Privilege, specifically using NTFS permissions to restrict write/delete access.
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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Modify permission
Why it's wrong here
Modify permission includes the right to change or delete files.
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Full Control
Why it's wrong here
Full Control allows deletion and modification.
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Read-Only permission
Why this is correct
Read-Only allows access to content but prevents modification or deletion.
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Write permission
Why it's wrong here
Write permission allows changing content and often deletion.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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