Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) — Question 173

Which kind of dependencies should be avoided when implementing secure design principles in software-defined networking (SDN)?

Answer options

• A. Hybrid
• B. Circular
• C. Dynamic
• D. Static

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Circular dependencies can lead to complex interrelations that make systems harder to understand and maintain, which undermines security. In contrast, hybrid, dynamic, and static dependencies can be managed effectively within secure design principles, as they do not inherently create the issues that circular dependencies do.