ISC Systems Security Engineering Foundations Practice Question
What is the primary objective of a 'Security Design Review' early in the lifecycle?
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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To catch design-level security flaws early
A design review aims to identify security flaws before they are implemented, as it is much cheaper to fix them in the design phase than during production.
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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To finalize the user interface layout
Why it's wrong here
UI design is a functional requirement.
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To conduct penetration testing
Why it's wrong here
Pen testing requires a finished system.
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To verify the system's performance metrics
Why it's wrong here
Performance is a separate engineering goal.
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To catch design-level security flaws early
Why this is correct
Early detection reduces development costs and risk.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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