Which of the following is NOT a principle of the ISC2 code of ethics?

The correct answer is D. Promptly report security vulnerabilities to relevant authorities. While reporting security vulnerabilities is an important aspect of information security; it is not explicitly stated as a principle within the ISC2 Code of Ethics Canons (see ISC2 Study Guide, Module 5, under Professional Code of Conduct). The four Canons are: Protect society…

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AProtect society, the common good, necessary public trust and confidence, and the infrastructure
BProvide diligent and competent service to principals
CAct honorably, honestly, justly, responsibly, and legally
DPromptly report security vulnerabilities to relevant authorities

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(37 responses)

A
3% (1)
B
5% (2)
C
3% (1)
D
89% (33)

Explanation

While reporting security vulnerabilities is an important aspect of information security; it is not explicitly stated as a principle within the ISC2 Code of Ethics Canons (see ISC2 Study Guide, Module 5, under Professional Code of Conduct). The four Canons are: Protect society, the common good, necessary public trust and confidence, and the infrastructure; Act honorably, honestly, justly, responsibly, and legally; Provide diligent and competent service to principals; Advance and protect the profession.

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