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SSCP Practice Question: During a security audit, it is discovered that a…
During a security audit, it is discovered that a system administrator shared their personal credentials with a colleague to troubleshoot an issue after hours. This violates the company's policy regarding password sharing. Which control would BEST prevent this type of incident in the future?
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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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Deploy a privileged access management (PAM) solution.
A Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution provides temporary, audited access without sharing permanent credentials. Option A is incorrect because a two-person rule is for dual control, not sharing prevention. Option B is incorrect because password complexity does not deter sharing. Option C is incorrect because while MFA adds a layer, it does not prevent sharing of the first factor.
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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Implement a two-person rule for administrative actions.
Why it's wrong here
Two-person rule is for accountability, not preventing credential sharing.
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Enforce a stricter password complexity policy.
Why it's wrong here
Complexity does not address sharing.
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Require multifactor authentication for all systems.
Why it's wrong here
MFA reduces risk but sharing still possible.
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Deploy a privileged access management (PAM) solution.
Why this is correct
PAM allows temporary access without sharing credentials.
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