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Application & OT Security · Intermediate

Final Security Review (FSR)

A pre-release assessment confirming that all security requirements and SDL activities were completed and residual risks are accepted.

Definition

In the Microsoft SDL, the FSR reviews threat models, tool results, open bugs and exceptions before release. Outcomes are pass, pass with exceptions or escalation. It is not a substitute for earlier security activities.

Example

The FSR is passed with an exception for a medium-severity bug scheduled for the next patch.

Exam tip

Know the three FSR outcomes and that FSR occurs in the Release phase.

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