CSSLP Secure Software Implementation Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are essential components of a Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)?
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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Security requirements definition
Threat modeling and security requirements are foundational to the SSDLC process.
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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Hardware procurement
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect - not a core SSDLC component.
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Marketing strategies
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect - not a security component.
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Security requirements definition
Why this is correct
Correct - defines the security posture.
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Threat modeling
Why this is correct
Correct - identifies risks early.
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Unlimited project budget
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect - not a process component.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
Senior Network & Security Engineer · founder of Courseiva
Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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