ISC Security Architecture Modeling Practice Question
Which threat modeling tool is known for generating DFDs and identifying threats via a rule engine?
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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Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool
Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool is the standard software tool for DFD-based threat analysis.
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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Wireshark
Why it's wrong here
This is a packet analyzer.
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Metasploit
Why it's wrong here
This is an exploitation framework.
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Nmap
Why it's wrong here
This is a network scanner.
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Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool
Why this is correct
This tool automates DFD creation and STRIDE threat generation.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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