CIPT (Certified Information Privacy Technologist) Practice

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What does Least Privilege Access involve?

Granting the highest possible access

Granting access based on user roles

Providing single sign-on mechanisms

Granting the lowest possible access

Least Privilege Access involves granting users the lowest possible access they need to perform their job functions. This principle ensures that users only have access to the specific resources and information required for their tasks, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access, misuse, or accidental exposure of sensitive data. By limiting access to the minimum necessary level, organizations can reduce the potential impact of security incidents and improve overall data protection. Option A is incorrect as it suggests granting the highest possible access, which goes against the principle of Least Privilege and can increase the risk of unauthorized access. Option B is related to the concept of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) rather than Least Privilege Access. While RBAC is a common method of managing access rights based on user roles, it does not necessarily guarantee the minimum level of access required like Least Privilege does. Option C refers to single sign-on mechanisms, which are authentication processes that allow users to access multiple systems with one set of credentials. While single sign-on can enhance user convenience and security, it is not directly related to the concept of Least Privilege Access.

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