ISC Identity And Access Management Architecture Practice Question
In a cloud architecture, what does the 'Principle of Least Privilege' (PoLP) imply regarding IAM roles?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Permissions should be granted based on the user's job role and the specific resources needed.
PoLP requires that identities are granted only the minimum permissions necessary to perform their assigned task, for the minimum duration required.
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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All users should have read access to the root directory.
Why it's wrong here
This violates PoLP.
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Administrators should have full control over all cloud resources.
Why it's wrong here
Even administrators should operate under restricted scopes where possible.
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Permissions should be granted based on the user's job role and the specific resources needed.
Why this is correct
This aligns with PoLP.
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Roles should be static and never changed to ensure stability.
Why it's wrong here
Roles should be dynamic and subject to change.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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