SSCP · Question #1091
One method that can reduce exposure to malicious code is to run applications as generic accounts with little or no privileges.
The correct answer is A. True. Running applications with limited user privileges is a critical security measure that minimizes the potential damage if the application becomes compromised by malicious code.
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One method that can reduce exposure to malicious code is to run applications as generic accounts with little or no privileges.
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- ATrue
- BFalse
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(20 responses)- A95% (19)
- B5% (1)
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Running applications with limited user privileges is a critical security measure that minimizes the potential damage if the application becomes compromised by malicious code.
This statement is true because operating applications with accounts that possess only the necessary minimum privileges (principle of least privilege) significantly restricts what malicious code can do if it exploits that application. This limits its ability to spread, modify system files, or access sensitive data beyond the application's confined scope.
This statement is false, as restricting application privileges is a widely accepted and highly effective security best practice to contain the impact of security breaches.
Concept tested: Principle of Least Privilege
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/identity/ad-ds/plan/security-best-practices/implement-least-privilege
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