Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) — Question 461

When designing a Cyber-Physical System (CPS), which of the following should be a security practitioner's first consideration?

Answer options

• A. Detection of sophisticated attackers
• B. Topology of the network used for the system
• C. Risk assessment of the system
• D. Resiliency of the system

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as conducting a risk assessment is essential to identify vulnerabilities and threats that could impact the system's security. While detecting sophisticated attackers, understanding network topology, and ensuring resiliency are important, they all stem from the insights gained through a thorough risk assessment.