Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) — Question 434

Which of the following is security control volatility?

Answer options

• A. A reference to the impact of the security control.
• B. A reference to the likelihood of change in the security control.
• C. A reference to how unpredictable the security control is.
• D. A reference to the stability of the security control.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as security control volatility specifically pertains to the likelihood of changes occurring within a security control. Options A, C, and D describe different aspects of security controls but do not accurately capture the meaning of volatility.