Which of the following is the MOST important consideration
when developing a business continuity plan for a bank?
A. Antivirus software
B. Naming standards
C. Customer balance list
D. Password policy
Answer / guest
Answer: C
The customer balance list provides a basis for providing
minimum service in case of short time non-availability of
branch computers. Antivirus software, password policy and
naming standards are preventive controls and are not
required for business continuity planning.
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In a client-server architecture, a domain name service (DNS) is MOST important because it provides the: A. address of the domain server. B. resolution service for the name/address. C. IP addresses for the Internet. D. domain name system.
Which of the following steps would an IS auditor normally perform FIRST in a data center security review? A. Evaluate physical access test results. B. Determine the risks/threats to the data center site. C. Review business continuity procedures. D. Test for evidence of physical access at suspect locations.
Which of the following audit tools is MOST useful to an IS auditor when an audit trail is required? A. Integrated test facility (ITF) B. Continuous and intermittent simulation (CIS) C. Audit hooks D. Snapshots
When auditing security for a data center, an IS auditor should look for the presence of a voltage regulator to ensure that the: A. hardware is protected against power surges. B. integrity is maintained if the main power is interrupted. C. immediate power will be available if the main power is lost. D. hardware is protected against long-term power fluctuations.
During an implementation review of a multiuser distributed application, the IS auditor finds minor weaknesses in three areas-the initial setting of parameters is improperly installed, weak passwords are being used and some vital reports are not being checked properly. While preparing the audit report, the IS auditor should: A. record the observations separately with the impact of each of them marked against each respective finding. B. advise the manager of probable risks without recording the observations, as the control weaknesses are minor ones. C. record the observations and the risk arising from the collective weaknesses. D. apprise the departmental heads concerned with each observation and properly document it in the report.
Which of the following would an IS auditor consider to be the MOST important to review when conducting a business continuity audit? A. A hot site is contracted for and available as needed. B. A business continuity manual is available and current. C. Insurance coverage is adequate and premiums are current. D. Media backups are performed on a timely basis and stored offsite.
Data flow diagrams are used by IS auditors to: A. order data hierarchically. B. highlight high-level data definitions. C. graphically summarize data paths and storage. D. portray step-by-step details of data generation.
To prevent unauthorized entry to the data maintained in a dial-up fast response system, an IS auditor should recommend: A. online terminals be placed in restricted areas. B. online terminals be equipped with key locks. C. ID cards be required to gain access to online terminals. D. online access be terminated after three unsuccessful attempts.
The PRIMARY objective of an IS audit function is to: A. determine whether everyone uses IS resources according to their job description. B. determine whether information systems safeguard assets, and maintain data integrity. C. examine books of accounts and relative documentary evidence for the computerized system. D. determine the ability of the organization to detect fraud.
What is a risk associated with attempting to control physical access to sensitive areas, such as computer rooms, through card keys, locks, etc.? A. Unauthorized individuals wait for controlled doors to open and walk in behind those authorized. B. The contingency plan for the organization cannot effectively test controlled access practices. C. Access cards, keys, and pads can be easily duplicated allowing easy compromise of the control. D. Removing access for people no longer authorized is complex.
In the ISO/OSI model, which of the following protocols is the FIRST to establish security for the user application? A. Session layer. B. Transport layer C. Network layer D. Presentation layer
Which of the following provisions in a contract for external information systems services would an IS auditor consider to be LEAST significant? A. Ownership of program and files B. Statement of due care and confidentiality C. Continued service of outsourcer in the event of a disaster D. Detailed description of computer hardware used by the vendor