ISC2 Exam CISSP Topic 3 Question 83 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISC2's CISSP exam

Question #: 83
Topic #: 3

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What is the overall goal of software security testing?

AIdentifying the key security features of the software

BEnsuring all software functions perform as specified

CReducing vulnerabilities within a software system

DMaking software development more agile

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Suggested Answer: B

by Franklyn at Mar 05, 2024, 03:57 PM

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Mitzie

6 months ago

Eve: Making software development more agile could be a goal, but I think the primary focus should be on reducing vulnerabilities.

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Lorriane

6 months ago

That's true, knowing the key security features can help prioritize testing efforts.

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Stanton

7 months ago

I believe it's also important to identify the key security features of the software during testing.

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Jacob

7 months ago

I agree with reducing vulnerabilities is crucial to ensure the software is secure.

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Kimberlie

7 months ago

I think the overall goal of software security testing is to reduce vulnerabilities within a software system.

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C is the only valid answer here. software SECURITY testing has nothing to do with agility, functions performing as expected, or security features provided by the software. software security testing aims to discover and mitigate vulnerabilities within a software system.

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ISC2 Exam CISSP Topic 3 Question 83 Discussion

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