APICS CPIM-8.0 Exam - Topic 6 Question 18 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-8.0 exam

Question #: 18
Topic #: 6

A cybersecurity analyst is responsible for identifying potential security threats and vulnerabilities in the organization's software systems. Which action BEST demonstrates the understanding and application of threat modeling concepts and methodologies?

AImplementing a Business Continuity Plan (BCP)

BConducting access control assessments for the data center

CAnalyzing potential attack vectors for a new software application

DDeveloping a Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) for critical systems

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Suggested Answer: C

by Remona at Nov 22, 2025, 08:48 AM

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Taryn

9 hours ago

I think B is more relevant to threat modeling.

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Chau

6 days ago

C is definitely the right choice!

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Tammy

11 days ago

Option C is the clear winner. Threat modeling is the cybersecurity equivalent of a fortune teller - without it, you're just flying blind.

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Dolores

16 days ago

I'd go with C. Threat modeling is like a crystal ball for security pros - you gotta use it to see the future and stop the bad guys.

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Paris

21 days ago

C is the way to go. Analyzing attack vectors is crucial for effective threat modeling. Anything less is just playing cybersecurity catch-up.

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Louvenia

26 days ago

Definitely C. Threat modeling is the way to go here. Gotta stay one step ahead of those pesky hackers!

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Cherri

1 month ago

C) Analyzing potential attack vectors for a new software application is the correct answer. Threat modeling is all about identifying and mitigating potential security threats.

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Sue

1 month ago

I feel like B and C are both relevant, but I lean towards C because it specifically mentions software applications, which is key in threat modeling.

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Rosendo

1 month ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I think threat modeling is all about identifying risks, so C seems like the best choice.

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Xochitl

2 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about access control being important too. Could it be B?

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Wilford

2 months ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I could see the argument for a few of these options, but I think C is the best fit. Threat modeling is all about understanding how threats could exploit vulnerabilities, so analyzing attack vectors is key. I'll make sure I have that concept down.

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Heike

2 months ago

Analyzing potential attack vectors is definitely the way to go here. That's the core of threat modeling - identifying the ways an attacker could target your systems and taking steps to mitigate those risks. I feel pretty confident I can tackle this type of question.

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Dolores

2 months ago

I think C is the best choice. Analyzing attack vectors is crucial.

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Lonna

3 months ago

I think option C makes the most sense since analyzing attack vectors is directly related to threat modeling, right?

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Fairy

3 months ago

I'm a bit confused by this question. I'm not sure if I fully understand the difference between threat modeling and other security concepts like business continuity or disaster recovery. I'll need to review those topics before the exam.

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Arlean

3 months ago

This seems like a question about threat modeling, so I'd focus on analyzing potential attack vectors for a new software application. That's the option that best aligns with the concepts and methodologies mentioned.

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Elke

2 months ago

Definitely! It’s all about understanding the risks.

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Janet

2 months ago

I agree, analyzing attack vectors is key.

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Ilene

3 months ago

Right! It’s crucial for new applications.

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