What security problem is most likely to exist if an operating system permits objects to be used sequentially by multiple users without forcing a refresh of the objects?

The correct answer is A. Disclosure of residual data.. This question is asking you to consider the effects of object reuse. Object reuse is "reassigning to subject media that previously contained information. Object reuse is a security concern because if insufficient measures were taken to erase the information on the media, the info

Submitted by mike_84· Apr 18, 2026Systems and Application Security

Question

What security problem is most likely to exist if an operating system permits objects to be used sequentially by multiple users without forcing a refresh of the objects?

Options

ADisclosure of residual data.
BUnauthorized obtaining of a privileged execution state.
CDenial of service through a deadly embrace.
DData leakage through covert channels.

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A
91% (30)
B
3% (1)
D
6% (2)

Explanation

This question is asking you to consider the effects of object reuse. Object reuse is "reassigning to subject media that previously contained information. Object reuse is a security concern because if insufficient measures were taken to erase the information on the media, the information may be disclosed to unauthorized personnel." This concept relates to Security Architecture and Design, because it is in level C2: Controlled Access Protection, of the Orange Book, where "The object reuse concept must be invoked, meaning that any medium holding data must not contain any remnants of information after it is release for another subject to use."

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#Residual data#OS security#Data remanence#Information disclosure

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