CSSLP Secure Software Architecture And Design Practice Question
Which design activity helps identify security requirements during the earliest phases of the SDLC?
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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Abuse case modeling.
Abuse case modeling explores how an attacker might misuse a feature, which helps define security requirements.
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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Penetration testing.
Why it's wrong here
Pen testing occurs later in the SDLC.
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Abuse case modeling.
Why this is correct
Defining how a feature can be abused helps specify security controls.
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Incident response planning.
Why it's wrong here
This is an operational activity.
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Static code analysis.
Why it's wrong here
This is a post-development or during-development activity.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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