ISC Security Architecture Modeling Practice Question
When performing an architectural review of a CI/CD pipeline, which security control is most critical for preventing unauthorized deployment of code?
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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Multi-party approval
Separation of duties via multi-party approval in the pipeline prevents a single compromised account from pushing code to production.
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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Multi-party approval
Why this is correct
This enforces separation of duties and oversight for code changes.
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Hardened build server
Why it's wrong here
Important, but doesn't prevent authorized-looking bad code.
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Automated scanning
Why it's wrong here
Detects bugs, not unauthorized deployments.
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Encryption at rest
Why it's wrong here
Protects data, not the pipeline integrity.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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