Systems Security Certified Practitioner – SSCP – Question0189 - Systems Security Certified Practitioner

This is a common security issue that is extremely hard to control in large environments. It occurs when a user has more computer rights, permissions, and access than what is required for the tasks the user needs to fulfill. What best describes this scenario?

A. Excessive Rights
B. Excessive Access
C. Excessive Permissions
D. Excessive Privileges

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Even thou all 4 terms are very close to each other, the best choice is Excessive Privileges which would include the other three choices presented.
Reference(s) used for this question: HARRIS, Shon, All-In-One CISSP Certification Exam Guide, McGraw-Hill/Osborne, 2001, Page 645. and