When reviewing an organization's logical access security,
which of the following would be of the MOST concern to an IS
auditor?
A. Passwords are not shared.
B. Password files are encrypted.
C. Redundant logon IDs are deleted.
D. The allocation of logon IDs is controlled.
Answer / guest
Answer: B
When evaluating the technical aspects of logical security,
unencrypted files represent the greatest risk. The sharing
of passwords, checking for the redundancy of logon ids, and
proper logon ID procedures are essential, but they are less
important than ensuring that the password files are encrypted.
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When auditing the requirements phase of a software acquisition, the IS auditor should: A. assess the feasibility of the project timetable. B. assess the vendor?s proposed quality processes. C. ensure that the best software package is acquired. D. review the completeness of the specifications.
Change control procedures to prevent scope creep during an application development project should be defined during: A. design. B. feasibility. C. implementation. D. requirements definition.
The impact of EDI on internal controls will be: A. that fewer opportunities for review and authorization will exist. B. an inherent authentication. C. a proper distribution of EDI transactions while in the possession of third parties. D. that IPF management will have increased responsibilities over data center controls.
Which of the following BEST provides access control to payroll data being processed on a local server? A. Logging of access to personal information B. Separate password for sensitive transactions C. Software restricts access rules to authorized staff D. System access restricted to business hours
Various standards have emerged to assist IS organizations in achieving an operational environment that is predictable, measurable and repeatable. The standard that provides the definition of the characteristics and the associated quality evaluation process to be used when specifying the requirements for and evaluating the quality of software products throughout their life cycle is: A. ISO 9001. B. ISO 9002. C. ISO 9126. D. ISO 9003.
Which of the following is necessary to have FIRST in the development of a business continuity plan? A. Risk-based classification of systems B. Inventory of all assets C. Complete documentation of all disasters D. Availability of hardware and software
The MOST significant level of effort for business continuity planning (BCP) generally is required during the: A. testing stage. B. evaluation stage. C. maintenance stage. D. early stages of planning.
A critical function of a firewall is to act as a: A. special router that connects the Internet to a LAN. B. device for preventing authorized users from accessing the LAN. C. server used to connect authorized users to private trusted network resources. D. proxy server to increase the speed of access to authorized users.
Which of the following integrity tests examines the accuracy, completeness, consistency and authorization of data? A. Data B. Relational C. Domain D. Referential
An IS auditor when reviewing a network used for Internet communications, will FIRST examine the: A. validity of passwords change occurrences. B. architecture of the client-server application. C. network architecture and design. D. firewall protection and proxy servers.
In reviewing the IS short-range (tactical) plan, the IS auditor should determine whether: A. there is an integration of IS and business staffs within projects. B. there is a clear definition of the IS mission and vision. C. there is a strategic information technology planning methodology in place. D. the plan correlates business objectives to IS goals and objectives.
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.