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ISC2 CC Is a primary goal of security operations? Practice Question
Which of the following is a primary goal of security operations?
⚠ Common exam trap
ISC2 often tests the misconception that security operations is about user satisfaction or performance optimization, when in fact its primary goal is risk reduction through attack surface minimization.
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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Reduce attack surface
Reducing the attack surface is a primary goal of security operations because it minimizes the number of potential entry points an attacker can exploit. By disabling unnecessary services, applying strict access controls, and segmenting networks, the organization lowers its risk of compromise. This directly supports the core security operations objective of protecting assets and maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
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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Minimize user complaints
Why it's wrong here
User satisfaction is secondary to security.
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Increase network speed
Why it's wrong here
Performance improvement is not the primary focus.
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Reduce attack surface
Why this is correct
Security operations aim to reduce vulnerabilities and exposure.
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Ensure compliance with marketing standards
Why it's wrong here
Marketing compliance is not a security operations goal.
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Key term
Organization
An Organization is a top-level container in Google Cloud that represents your company or entities and serves as the root node for all your cloud resources, policies, and access control.
Key term
Confidentiality
Confidentiality means keeping sensitive information secret and accessible only to authorized people or systems.
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