In the course of performing a risk analysis, an IS auditor
has identified threats and potential impacts. Next, an IS
auditor should:
A. identify and assess the risk assessment process used by
management.
B. identify information assets and the underlying systems.
C. disclose the threats and impacts to management.
D. identify and evaluate the existing controls.
Answer / guest
Answer: D
It is important for an IS auditor to identify and evaluate
the existing controls and security once the potential
threats and possible impacts are identified. Upon completion
of an audit an IS auditor should describe and discuss with
management the threats and potential impacts on the assets.
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