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CSSLP Secure Software Lifecycle Management Practice Question

When integrating security into an Agile environment, which THREE of the following activities are considered essential for maintaining security velocity?

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

Integrating security unit tests into the automated test suite.

Automated testing, threat modeling sessions, and security-focused user stories all support high-velocity security integration.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • Integrating security unit tests into the automated test suite.

    Why this is correct

    Automated tests provide fast, continuous security feedback.

  • Performing manual penetration tests on every commit.

    Why it's wrong here

    This is far too slow for an Agile velocity model.

  • Waiting for the final release to review security documentation.

    Why it's wrong here

    This violates the core Agile principle of iterative progress.

  • Conducting regular threat modeling sessions.

    Why this is correct

    Threat modeling informs the team of design risks without stalling work.

  • Incorporating security requirements into user stories.

    Why this is correct

    This ensures developers are aware of requirements during development.

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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint

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