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ISC2 CC Practice Question: Is developing a security policy that defines the…
An organization is developing a security policy that defines the rules for acceptable use of company resources. Which principle should guide the creation of this policy to ensure it is enforceable and effective?
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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Least privilege
Least privilege minimizes risk by granting only necessary access. Other principles are less relevant for policy enforcement.
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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Non-repudiation
Why it's wrong here
Non-repudiation ensures actions cannot be denied, but is not the primary policy driver.
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Defense in depth
Why it's wrong here
Defense in depth is a layered security approach, not policy guidance.
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Least privilege
Why this is correct
Least privilege ensures users have only necessary access, making policy enforceable.
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Separation of duties
Why it's wrong here
Separation of duties prevents fraud but is not directly about acceptable use.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
Policy enforcement
Policy enforcement is the process of implementing and ensuring compliance with defined security rules and configurations across an IT environment.
Key term
Least privilege
Least privilege is a security principle that means giving users, systems, or programs only the minimum permissions they need to do their job and nothing more.
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