ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
A security analyst notices that a user is accessing files in a department they do not work in. Which principle is being violated?
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.
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Need-to-know
Need-to-know restricts access to data necessary for one's job, even if the user has broader permissions.
Answer analysis
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Need-to-know
Why this is correct
Accessing files outside job scope violates need-to-know.
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Least privilege
Why it's wrong here
Least privilege is about permission levels, not specific data access.
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Defense in depth
Why it's wrong here
Defense in depth is a layered security strategy.
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Separation of duties
Why it's wrong here
This principle prevents single-person fraud, not data access.
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