CISSP PRACTICE EXAM LATEST 2026 UPDATE 100
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS
FROM ACTUAL EXAMS TEST GRADE A+
1.
Which security principle ensures that information is accessible only to those
authorized to have access?
A. Integrity
B. Availability
C. Confidentiality
D. Non-repudiation
Confidentiality protects information from unauthorized disclosure, forming one of
the core components of the CIA triad.
2.
Which component of the CIA triad ensures that data is accurate and trustworthy?
A. Availability
B. Integrity
C. Confidentiality
D. Authentication
Integrity guarantees that data remains unaltered and accurate unless modified by
authorized entities.
3.
What type of control is a security awareness training program?
,A. Detective
B. Corrective
C. Administrative
D. Preventive
Security awareness training is an administrative (managerial) control that
influences employee behavior and policy compliance.
4.
Which access control model uses security labels and clearances?
A. Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
B. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
C. Mandatory Access Control (MAC)
D. Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
MAC enforces access decisions based on predefined labels and classifications,
commonly used in government environments.
5.
Which concept ensures that a subject cannot deny performing an action?
A. Authentication
B. Authorization
C. Non-repudiation
D. Confidentiality
Non-repudiation provides proof of origin and integrity, preventing denial of
actions, often implemented through digital signatures.
6.
What is the PRIMARY objective of risk management?
,A. Eliminate all risks
B. Transfer all risks
C. Reduce risk to an acceptable level
D. Avoid all risks
Risk management aims to balance security and business operations by reducing
risk to a level acceptable to the organization.
7.
Which formula represents the calculation of Annualized Loss Expectancy (ALE)?
A. ALE = AV × EF
B. ALE = SLE × ARO
C. ALE = ARO × EF
D. ALE = AV × ARO
ALE is calculated by multiplying the Single Loss Expectancy (SLE) by the Annualized
Rate of Occurrence (ARO).
8.
Which type of control is a security guard?
A. Administrative
B. Physical
C. Technical
D. Corrective
Security guards are physical controls that protect facilities and assets from
unauthorized access.
9.
Which document outlines how to respond to a security incident?
, A. Business Impact Analysis
B. Incident Response Plan
C. Disaster Recovery Plan
D. Continuity of Operations Plan
An Incident Response Plan provides structured procedures for detecting,
responding to, and recovering from security incidents.
10.
Which access control principle grants users only the permissions necessary to
perform their job?
A. Need to Know
B. Least Privilege
C. Separation of Duties
D. Job Rotation
Least privilege minimizes potential damage from accidents or malicious actions by
restricting access rights.
11.
Which cryptographic goal ensures that data has not been altered?
A. Confidentiality
B. Integrity
C. Availability
D. Authentication
Integrity mechanisms such as hashing ensure that data remains unchanged.
12.
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS
FROM ACTUAL EXAMS TEST GRADE A+
1.
Which security principle ensures that information is accessible only to those
authorized to have access?
A. Integrity
B. Availability
C. Confidentiality
D. Non-repudiation
Confidentiality protects information from unauthorized disclosure, forming one of
the core components of the CIA triad.
2.
Which component of the CIA triad ensures that data is accurate and trustworthy?
A. Availability
B. Integrity
C. Confidentiality
D. Authentication
Integrity guarantees that data remains unaltered and accurate unless modified by
authorized entities.
3.
What type of control is a security awareness training program?
,A. Detective
B. Corrective
C. Administrative
D. Preventive
Security awareness training is an administrative (managerial) control that
influences employee behavior and policy compliance.
4.
Which access control model uses security labels and clearances?
A. Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
B. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
C. Mandatory Access Control (MAC)
D. Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
MAC enforces access decisions based on predefined labels and classifications,
commonly used in government environments.
5.
Which concept ensures that a subject cannot deny performing an action?
A. Authentication
B. Authorization
C. Non-repudiation
D. Confidentiality
Non-repudiation provides proof of origin and integrity, preventing denial of
actions, often implemented through digital signatures.
6.
What is the PRIMARY objective of risk management?
,A. Eliminate all risks
B. Transfer all risks
C. Reduce risk to an acceptable level
D. Avoid all risks
Risk management aims to balance security and business operations by reducing
risk to a level acceptable to the organization.
7.
Which formula represents the calculation of Annualized Loss Expectancy (ALE)?
A. ALE = AV × EF
B. ALE = SLE × ARO
C. ALE = ARO × EF
D. ALE = AV × ARO
ALE is calculated by multiplying the Single Loss Expectancy (SLE) by the Annualized
Rate of Occurrence (ARO).
8.
Which type of control is a security guard?
A. Administrative
B. Physical
C. Technical
D. Corrective
Security guards are physical controls that protect facilities and assets from
unauthorized access.
9.
Which document outlines how to respond to a security incident?
, A. Business Impact Analysis
B. Incident Response Plan
C. Disaster Recovery Plan
D. Continuity of Operations Plan
An Incident Response Plan provides structured procedures for detecting,
responding to, and recovering from security incidents.
10.
Which access control principle grants users only the permissions necessary to
perform their job?
A. Need to Know
B. Least Privilege
C. Separation of Duties
D. Job Rotation
Least privilege minimizes potential damage from accidents or malicious actions by
restricting access rights.
11.
Which cryptographic goal ensures that data has not been altered?
A. Confidentiality
B. Integrity
C. Availability
D. Authentication
Integrity mechanisms such as hashing ensure that data remains unchanged.
12.
