CSSLP Secure Software Implementation Practice Question
A team is using SonarQube to enforce secure coding standards. Which analysis approach is required to detect vulnerabilities related to improper handling of sensitive information in logs?
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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Taint analysis
Data flow analysis (or taint analysis) is required to track whether sensitive data reaches an insecure sink like a log file.
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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Syntax checking
Why it's wrong here
Syntax checking only catches code structure errors.
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Unit testing
Why it's wrong here
Unit tests verify functionality, not security properties of logs.
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Dead code detection
Why it's wrong here
This identifies unused code, not data leaks.
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Taint analysis
Why this is correct
Taint analysis tracks data from source to sink to identify leaks.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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