- A
Vulnerability scanning results
Why wrong: Scanning is part of vulnerability management, not change management.
- B
A rollback plan
A rollback plan ensures changes can be reversed if needed.
- C
Emergency change procedures
Why wrong: While important, not all changes require emergency procedures.
- D
Automated patch deployment schedule
Why wrong: This is an operational detail, not a policy component.
- E
Approval from the change advisory board (CAB)
CAB approval provides oversight and risk assessment.
Question 150 of 1,000
mediumMultiple SelectObjective-mapped
Change Management Policy: Essential Components
This SSCP practice question tests your understanding of change advisory board (cab). Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. A key principle to apply: change Advisory Board (CAB). Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A security administrator is implementing a change management process. Which TWO of the following are essential components of a change management policy? (Choose two.)
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
✓
A rollback plan
The essential components of a change management policy include a rollback plan (to revert changes if issues arise) and approval from the change advisory board (CAB) to ensure proper oversight. Vulnerability scanning results and automated patch deployment schedules are not policy components; they are operational activities. Emergency change procedures are a specific type of change, not a fundamental component of the policy itself.
Key principle: Change Advisory Board (CAB)
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Vulnerability scanning results
Why it's wrong here
Scanning is part of vulnerability management, not change management.
- ✓
A rollback plan
Why this is correct
A rollback plan ensures changes can be reversed if needed.
Related concept
Change Advisory Board (CAB)
- ✗
Emergency change procedures
Why it's wrong here
While important, not all changes require emergency procedures.
- ✗
Automated patch deployment schedule
Why it's wrong here
This is an operational detail, not a policy component.
- ✓
Approval from the change advisory board (CAB)
Why this is correct
CAB approval provides oversight and risk assessment.
Related concept
Change Advisory Board (CAB)
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Change Advisory Board (CAB)
- Rollback plan
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Change Advisory Board (CAB)
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A security team runs a vulnerability scan on a web application and discovers an unpatched SQL injection flaw. The team prioritises remediation by CVSS score — critical flaws are patched within 24 hours, high within 7 days. Questions like this test whether you understand vulnerability management processes, scanning tools, and remediation prioritisation.
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What does this SSCP question test?
Change Advisory Board (CAB)
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: A rollback plan — The essential components of a change management policy include a rollback plan (to revert changes if issues arise) and approval from the change advisory board (CAB) to ensure proper oversight. Vulnerability scanning results and automated patch deployment schedules are not policy components; they are operational activities. Emergency change procedures are a specific type of change, not a fundamental component of the policy itself.
What should I do if I get this SSCP question wrong?
Review change Advisory Board (CAB), then practise related SSCP questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Change Advisory Board (CAB)
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