Control weaknesses associated with creating an output file as an intermediate step in the printing process (spooling)include all of the following actions by a computer criminal except
A)gaining access to the output file and changing critical data values
B)using a remote printer and incurring operating inefficiencies
C)making a copy of the output file and using the copy to produce illegal output reports
D)printing an extra hardcopy of the output file

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The other choices outline potential control weaknesses that could be exploited by a computer criminal in the spooling process. Option B, however, does not pose a significant risk in terms of control weaknesses associated with creating an output file as an intermediate step in the printing process. Using a remote printer may incur operating inefficiencies, but it is not a security breach or vulnerability.

Control Weaknesses Associated with Creating an Output File as an Intermediate