CISSP Practice Question: What would MOST likely happen if a company prioritizes rapid deployment over…

Correct Answer: A. Increased vulnerabilities

Explanation (CISSP Manager Logic):

Prioritizing speed over security creates technical debt and introduces unmitigated risks into the production environment. Bypassing the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) increases the likelihood of a breach, which carries far higher long-term costs than the short-term gains of a rapid release.

By integrating security testing, you:

• Reduce the total cost of ownership by fixing flaws early.
• Protect the organization’s reputation and brand equity.
• Ensure alignment with risk appetite and security baselines.

While the other options are relevant, they fall short because:

• B: Customer trust is eroded, not built, when software is released with exploitable flaws.
• C: Shorter development time is a tactical byproduct of speed, but it is not the primary security outcome or risk concern.
• D: Compliance requires documented security controls and testing, which are bypassed in rapid, non-secure deployments.

Think like a manager:

Security is a business enabler, but speed must never compromise the organization's risk posture or regulatory obligations.