ISC2-CSSLP Domain 7: Secure Software Deployment, Operations, Maintenance Welcome to your ISC2-CSSLP Domain 7: Secure Software Deployment, Operations, Maintenance 1. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What is the primary purpose of implementing a blue/green deployment strategy in secure software deployment? A. To facilitate faster rollback to previous versions in case of failure. B. To enhance the encryption strength of data in transit. C. To reduce the cost of additional hardware. D. To increase the frequency of software updates. None 2. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance In the context of secure software operations, what is the primary security benefit of containerization? A. Reducing the size of the application. B. Isolating application processes in a shared OS environment. C. Enhancing the user interface design. D. Streamlining the software development process. None 3. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance Which of the following is a critical security consideration when decommissioning software applications? A. Increasing marketing efforts for new products. B. Ensuring all related data is securely archived or deleted. C. Improving the graphical user interface for remaining applications. D. Expanding the customer base for the software. None 4. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance In secure software maintenance, what is the main purpose of a software bill of materials (SBOM)? A. To list all third-party components and their licenses. B. To document the software development process. C. To track the marketing strategies of software products. D. To provide a detailed cost analysis of the software development. None 5. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What is the primary goal of using configuration management tools in the context of secure software operations? A. To automate the software development process. B. To manage changes to software configurations in a controlled and systematic manner. C. To enhance the graphical user interface of the software. D. To reduce the overall cost of software development. None 6. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance In the deployment phase, what is the main security advantage of using immutable infrastructure? A. It allows for easier feature updates. B. It reduces the need for security patches. C. It prevents unauthorized changes by ensuring deployed environments cannot be altered. D. It enhances the scalability of software applications. None 7. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What is the significance of implementing a feedback loop from operations to development in the software lifecycle? A. To streamline billing and customer service processes. B. To enable rapid feature development and deployment. C. To enhance the security and reliability of software by addressing operational issues in development. D. To reduce the physical size of the software. None 8. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance Why is log management considered critical in secure software operations? A. It provides a historical record of user interactions for marketing analysis. B. It facilitates the real-time tracking of software development costs. C. It aids in the detection, understanding, and response to security incidents. D. It enhances the software's graphical user interface. None 9. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance In secure software deployment, what is the main purpose of implementing a rollback strategy? A. To increase the number of features in the software. B. To enable quick recovery to a known good state in case of deployment failure. C. To enhance the user interface design. D. To reduce the cost of software development. None 10. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What is the significance of continuous monitoring in the context of secure software operations? A. To continuously update the software's marketing strategy. B. To provide ongoing assessment and detection of security threats and performance issues. C. To constantly change the software's graphical user interface. D. To frequently adjust the pricing model of the software. None 11. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance Why is it important to conduct security testing on third-party services and components before integration into the software deployment process? A. To ensure compatibility with the software's user interface. B. To guarantee that these components meet performance benchmarks. C. To identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities within these components. D. To confirm that the third-party services will enhance the software's marketability. None 12. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What is the primary benefit of using application performance monitoring (APM) tools in the context of secure software operations? A. To optimize the software's marketing strategy. B. To enhance the user experience by improving software design. C. To identify performance bottlenecks and potential security vulnerabilities. D. To reduce the physical footprint of server infrastructure. None 13. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance In the context of secure software deployment, why is it important to use network segmentation? A. To improve the aesthetics of the software interface. B. To create separate marketing strategies for different network zones. C. To limit the spread of attacks by isolating network segments. D. To reduce the cost of software development through infrastructure savings. None 14. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What is the main purpose of implementing secure coding practices in the maintenance phase of a software lifecycle? A. To ensure that the software remains compliant with international coding standards. B. To enhance the graphical user interface of the application. C. To prevent the introduction of new vulnerabilities during updates and patches. D. To streamline the process of rolling out new features. None 15. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance Why is automated patch management considered critical in secure software operations? A. To ensure that software updates are marketed effectively. B. To facilitate the rapid deployment of security patches and reduce vulnerabilities. C. To decrease the overall development time for new software features. D. To improve the customer service experience. None 16. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance In secure software operations, what is the significance of disaster recovery planning? A. To design a more interactive and engaging user interface. B. To ensure business continuity and quick recovery in the event of a cyber-attack or data loss. C. To reduce the environmental impact of software development. D. To optimize the allocation of marketing resources. None 17. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What role does change management play in secure software deployment? A. To provide a structured approach for managing all changes in software configurations. B. To accelerate the development cycle of software applications. C. To enhance the branding and market position of software products. D. To reduce the operational costs associated with software maintenance. None 18. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance Why is it important to conduct vulnerability assessments regularly in the context of software operations and maintenance? A. To keep the software development team engaged and productive. B. To identify and remediate vulnerabilities to maintain the security integrity of the software. C. To ensure the software aligns with current design trends. D. To facilitate the financial auditing process. None 19. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance What is the importance of secure data destruction policies in the maintenance phase of the software lifecycle? A. To ensure efficient use of storage resources. B. To comply with legal and regulatory requirements for data privacy and protection. C. To improve the performance of the software application. D. To enhance the user experience by speeding up the application. None 20. CSSLP: Secure Software Deployment Operations Maintenance In the context of secure software deployment, what is the main benefit of implementing end-to-end encryption for data in transit? A. To reduce the bandwidth requirements for data transmission. B. To ensure the confidentiality and integrity of data as it moves across networks. C. To improve the speed of data transmission. D. To enhance the graphical user interface of the application. None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
