ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
Which of the following is a recommended practice for administrative accounts?
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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Use a separate admin account distinct from daily use account
Admins should have a separate account for privileged tasks to reduce risk.
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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Use the same account for daily work and admin tasks
Why it's wrong here
Mixing accounts increases risk.
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Grant admin rights to all users for convenience
Why it's wrong here
Violates least privilege.
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Use a separate admin account distinct from daily use account
Why this is correct
Separation reduces exposure.
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Disable all admin accounts to improve security
Why it's wrong here
Admin accounts are necessary; they should be controlled, not disabled.
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