ISC Identity And Access Management Architecture Practice Question
What is the primary risk of 'Standing Privileges'?
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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They increase the attack surface by allowing 24/7 access.
Standing privileges are permissions that remain active indefinitely, providing a permanent window for an attacker to exploit if the account is compromised.
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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They are too difficult to configure.
Why it's wrong here
They are the easiest to configure.
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They increase the attack surface by allowing 24/7 access.
Why this is correct
This is the core risk of persistent access.
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They are not compatible with cloud IAM.
Why it's wrong here
They are fully compatible.
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They prevent MFA from working correctly.
Why it's wrong here
MFA can be applied to any access type.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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