CGRC Control Implementation Practice Question
You are implementing Windows AppLocker. You want to ensure that only signed binaries from your organization are executed. Which configuration should you choose?
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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Create a Publisher Rule based on the certificate issuer and product name
Publisher rules in AppLocker allow for the most granular control based on digital certificates.
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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Create a Path Rule for C:\Program Files\*
Why it's wrong here
Path rules are easily bypassed if a user can rename or move a file.
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Configure the 'Audit only' mode in Group Policy
Why it's wrong here
Audit mode does not enforce the restriction, it only logs events.
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Create a Hash Rule for every existing executable
Why it's wrong here
Hash rules are difficult to maintain during software updates.
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Create a Publisher Rule based on the certificate issuer and product name
Why this is correct
This ensures only binaries signed by your organization's CA are permitted.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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