CSSLP Secure Software Testing Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are primary benefits of integrating SAST into the early stages of the SDLC?
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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Immediate feedback on secure coding patterns.
SAST early in the SDLC reduces the cost of remediation and improves developer awareness of secure coding practices.
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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Reduced developer education.
Why it's wrong here
SAST tools often serve as an educational tool for developers.
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Immediate feedback on secure coding patterns.
Why this is correct
Developers get immediate results as they write code.
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Early identification of vulnerabilities.
Why this is correct
Finding bugs early is significantly cheaper than finding them in production.
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Elimination of all false positives.
Why it's wrong here
SAST still produces false positives.
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Automation of penetration testing.
Why it's wrong here
SAST is not a substitute for manual penetration testing.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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