SSCP Access Controls Practice Question
A security analyst notices that a service account has been granted domain administrator privileges. Which principle of access control is being violated?
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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Least privilege
Least privilege means users and accounts should have only the minimum permissions necessary. Service accounts rarely need domain admin rights.
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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Need-to-know
Why it's wrong here
Need-to-know restricts data access, not privileges.
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Separation of duties
Why it's wrong here
Separation of duties splits tasks among users.
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Least privilege
Why this is correct
Service accounts should have minimal permissions.
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Accountability
Why it's wrong here
Accountability tracks actions, not privilege level.
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