An IS auditor observed that some data entry operators leave
their computers in the midst of data entry without logging
off. Which of the following controls should be suggested to
prevent unauthorized access?
A. Encryption
B. Switch off the computer when leaving
C. Password control
D. Screen saver password
Answer / guest
Answer: D
Since data entry operators have to attend to other
assignments in the midst of data entry and the nature of the
assignments are such that they do not logoff the computer,
screen saver password is the only effective control to guard
against unauthorized access. Encryption does not prevent
access to the computer, it only guards against disclosure of
the confidential contents of the files. Switching off the
computer without properly shutting it down is not advisable.
Password control takes place when logging on to
anapplication and is not effective in this scenario.
| Is This Answer Correct ? | 5 Yes | 0 No |
During an audit of an enterprise that is dedicated to e-commerce, the IS manager states that digital signatures are used in the establishment of its commercial relations. To substantiate this, the IS auditor must prove that which of the following is used? A. A biometric, digitalized and encrypted parameter with the customer's public key B. A hash of the data that is transmitted and encrypted with the customer's private key C. A hash of the data that is transmitted and encrypted with the customer's public key D. The customer's scanned signature, encrypted with the customer's public key
Of the following, the MAIN purpose for periodically testing offsite backup facilities is to: A. ensure the integrity of the data in the database. B. eliminate the need to develop detailed contingency plans. C. ensure the continued compatibility of the contingency facilities. D. ensure that program and system documentation remains current.
A database administrator is responsible for: A. maintaining the access security of data residing on the computers. B. implementing database definition controls. C. granting access rights to users. D. defining system's data structure.
The IS department of an organization wants to ensure that the computer files, used in the information processing facility, are backed up adequately to allow for proper recovery. This is a/an: A. control procedure. B. control objective. C. corrective control. D. operational control.
The PRIMARY objective of a business continuity and disaster recovery plan should be to: A. safeguard critical IS assets. B. provide for continuity of operations. C. minimize the loss to an organization. D. protect human life.
Which of the following activities should the business continuity manager perform FIRST after the replacement of hardware at the primary information processing facility? A. Verify compatibility with the hot site. B. Review the implementation report. C. Perform a walk-through of the DRP. D. Update the IS assets inventory.
Which of the following is the MOST effective type of antivirus software to detect an infected application? A. Scanners B. Active monitors C. Integrity checkers D. Vaccines
In addition to the backup considerations for all systems, which of the following is an important consideration in providing backup for online systems? A. Maintaining system software parameters B. Ensuring periodic dumps of transaction logs C. Ensuring grandfather-father-son file backups D. Maintaining important data at an off-site location
When a PC that has been used for the storage of confidential data is sold on the open market the: A. hard disk should be demagnetized. B. hard disk should be mid-level formatted.s C. data on the hard disk should be deleted. D. data on the hard disk should be defragmented.
Which of the following is the MOST secure and economical method for connecting a private network over the Internet in a small- to medium-sized organization? A. Virtual private network B. Dedicated line C. Leased line D. Integrated services digital network
While planning an audit, an assessment of risk should be made to provide: A. reasonable assurance that the audit will cover material items. B. definite assurance that material items will be covered during the audit work. C. reasonable assurance that all items will be covered by the audit. D. sufficient assurance that all items will be covered during the audit work.
A database administrator is responsible for: A. defining data ownership. B. establishing operational standards for the data dictionary. C. creating the logical and physical database. D. establishing ground rules for ensuring data integrity and security.