SSCP Security Operations and Administration Practice Question
An organization is implementing a software inventory management process. Which TWO of the following should be tracked for each software asset?
⚠ Common exam trap
(ISC)² often tests the distinction between physical asset tracking (e.g., hardware serial numbers) and logical software inventory attributes, leading candidates to mistakenly select the serial number of installation media as a tracked item.
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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License type and number of licenses
License type and number of licenses are critical for ensuring compliance with software licensing agreements and avoiding legal or financial penalties. Tracking these allows the organization to verify that the number of installed copies does not exceed the purchased licenses, which is a core requirement of software asset management (SAM).
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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License type and number of licenses
Why this is correct
License tracking ensures compliance with vendor agreements.
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Physical location of the installed software
Why it's wrong here
Software location is not static; it's tied to devices, not physical location.
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Version and patch level
Why this is correct
Version tracking is critical for patch management and vulnerability assessment.
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Serial number of the installation media
Why it's wrong here
Installation media serial numbers are not typically tracked; product keys may be, but serial numbers refer to hardware.
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Name of the user who installed it
Why it's wrong here
User names are not typically needed for inventory; ownership may be tracked but not installer.
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