Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 159

What concept does the A represent within the DREAD model?

Answer options

• A. Affected users
• B. Authorization
• C. Authentication
• D. Affinity

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as 'Affected users' refers to the number of people impacted by a security threat, which is a key component in assessing risk. Options B and C, 'Authorization' and 'Authentication', are security concepts but do not pertain to the DREAD model. Option D, 'Affinity', is unrelated to the DREAD model's focus on impact assessment.