CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) — Question 693

Which of the following is the GREATEST security concern when outsourcing code development to third-party contractors for an internet-facing application?

Answer options

• A. Intellectual property theft
• B. Elevated privileges
• C. Unknown backdoor
• D. Quality assurance

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as an unknown backdoor can provide malicious access to the application, posing significant security threats. While intellectual property theft (A), elevated privileges (B), and quality assurance (D) are important concerns, they do not present the same level of risk as a backdoor that can compromise the entire system.