CSSLP Secure Software Lifecycle Management Practice Question
Which THREE of the following represent effective 'Shift-Left' strategies for secure software lifecycle management?
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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Integrating security linting into the IDE.
Static analysis, secure design reviews, and IDE-integrated tools all move security activities earlier into the developer workflow.
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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Integrating security linting into the IDE.
Why this is correct
IDE plugins provide the fastest feedback for developers.
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Performing security design reviews before coding begins.
Why this is correct
Identifying design flaws early prevents costly rework later.
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Conducting post-deployment vulnerability scanning.
Why it's wrong here
This is a traditional, reactive security activity.
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Conducting static analysis (SAST) during the development phase.
Why this is correct
Moving SAST to the developer's workstation or commit phase is classic 'shift-left'.
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Relying solely on external bug bounty programs.
Why it's wrong here
This is a reactive, 'right-side' activity.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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