CSSLP · Question #215
CSSLP Question #215: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is A: The loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability might result in a major damage to organizational assets.. FIPS 199 defines high impact as a severe or catastrophic adverse effect on organizational operations, assets, or individuals. All listed options are examples of such severe consequences.
Question
FIPS 199 defines the three levels of potential impact on organizations: low, moderate, and high. Which of the following are the effects of loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability in a high level potential impact?
Options
- AThe loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability might result in a major damage to organizational assets.
- BThe loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability might result in severe damages like life threatening
- CThe loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability might result in major financial losses.
- DThe loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability might cause severe degradation in or loss of mission
Explanation
FIPS 199 defines high impact as a severe or catastrophic adverse effect on organizational operations, assets, or individuals. All listed options are examples of such severe consequences.
Concept tested. FIPS 199 impact levels definitions
Reference. https://csrc.nist.gov/publications/detail/fips/199/final
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