CSSLP · Question #192
Which of the following security models dictates that subjects can only access objects through applications?
The correct answer is C. Clark-Wilson. The Clark-Wilson security model dictates that subjects can only access objects through well-formed transactions via programs or applications, ensuring integrity by controlling how data can be modified.
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Which of the following security models dictates that subjects can only access objects through applications?
Options
- ABiba model
- BBell-LaPadula
- CClark-Wilson
- DBiba-Clark model
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Why each option
The Clark-Wilson security model dictates that subjects can only access objects through well-formed transactions via programs or applications, ensuring integrity by controlling how data can be modified.
The Biba model is an integrity model focused on preventing data from flowing from a higher integrity level to a lower integrity level ("no write down, no read up"), which is different from accessing objects through applications.
The Bell-LaPadula model is a confidentiality model focused on preventing unauthorized disclosure of information ("no read up, no write down"), which is not about access through applications.
The Clark-Wilson security model is an integrity model that enforces well-formed transactions. It dictates that subjects (users) cannot directly modify objects (data); instead, all modifications must occur through authorized programs or applications, ensuring data integrity by controlling the interface to data.
The Biba-Clark model is not a standard, recognized security model in this context; these models are typically distinct.
Concept tested: Clark-Wilson security model
Source: https://csrc.nist.gov/glossary/term/clark-wilson-model
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