ISC2 CC Security Principles Practice Question
A security professional is advising a company on adherence to the (ISC)² Code of Ethics. Which two of the following actions align with the Code's canons? (Choose two.)
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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Reporting a discovered vulnerability to the software vendor promptly
The (ISC)² Code of Ethics includes four canons: Protect society, the common good, necessary public trust and confidence, and the infrastructure; Act honorably, honestly, justly, responsibly, and legally; Provide diligent and competent service to principals; and Advance and protect the profession. Reporting vulnerabilities to the vendor protects society. Refusing to share confidential credentials demonstrates honorable behavior.
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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Using a vendor's software without a license to test its security
Why it's wrong here
This is illegal and violates the canon to act legally and responsibly.
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Sharing a colleague's password with a manager without the colleague's consent to improve efficiency
Why it's wrong here
This is dishonest and violates the principle of acting honorably.
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Reporting a discovered vulnerability to the software vendor promptly
Why this is correct
This protects society and the infrastructure by allowing fixes to be developed.
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Refusing to share a confidential client password with an unauthorized third party
Why this is correct
This demonstrates honorable and responsible behavior, protecting client confidentiality.
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Concealing a security breach to avoid negative publicity
Why it's wrong here
Concealing a breach is dishonest and does not protect society or the infrastructure.
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