SSCP Access Controls Practice Question
An organization implements a Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution. Which capability best describes granting temporary administrative rights just when needed?
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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Just-in-time provisioning
Just-in-time (JIT) provisioning provides temporary elevated privileges that expire after use, reducing the attack surface.
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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Session recording
Why it's wrong here
Session recording monitors activity but does not grant access.
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Just-in-time provisioning
Why this is correct
JIT provisioning grants privileged access for a limited time and automatically revokes it.
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Password vaulting
Why it's wrong here
Password vaulting stores credentials securely but does not grant temporary access.
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Role mining
Why it's wrong here
Role mining analyzes existing permissions, not temporary grant.
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