ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
An organization's password policy requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long and prohibits common passwords found in breach databases. This policy aligns with which guideline?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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NIST SP 800-63
NIST SP 800-63 recommends favoring length over complexity, minimum 8 characters, and checking passwords against known breached lists.
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COBIT
Why it's wrong here
COBIT is a governance framework.
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ISO 27001
Why it's wrong here
ISO 27001 is a management standard, not specific password guidelines.
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NIST SP 800-63
Why this is correct
NIST SP 800-63 recommends length over complexity and breach checking.
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PCI DSS
Why it's wrong here
PCI DSS has specific password requirements, but the description matches NIST.
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Authentication and Authorization Methods
Key term
Policy
A policy is a set of rules or guidelines that defines how an organization manages, secures, and operates its IT systems and services.
Key term
Guideline
A guideline is a recommended set of best practices or instructions that provide direction for implementing, managing, or governing IT processes, without being strictly mandatory or enforced like a policy.
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