ISC Identity And Access Management Architecture Practice Question
Which THREE attributes should be evaluated when defining access policies in a modern Zero Trust Architecture?
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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Device security posture
Zero Trust evaluates the context of the user, the device, and the resource being accessed to make a dynamic decision.
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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User's physical office desk number
Why it's wrong here
Physical location within a building is not a standard security attribute for access policies.
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The color of the device chassis
Why it's wrong here
This is irrelevant information for security authorization.
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Device security posture
Why this is correct
Health and compliance status of the device is critical for access decisions.
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Network location (e.g., Geo-IP/IP Address)
Why this is correct
Contextual signals like location help determine risk levels.
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User identity and group membership
Why this is correct
Identity is the first pillar of Zero Trust.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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