Which of the following poses the GREATEST risk to an organization when employees use public social networking sites?
Correct Answer: C
Social engineering is the manipulation of people to perform actions or divulge confidential information. It is a common technique used by attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems or data. Employees who use public social networking sites may be vulnerable to social engineering attacks, such as phishing, baiting, or pretexting, which pose the greatest risk to the organization's security. The other options are not as serious as social engineering, as they relate to web application vulnerabilities, intellectual property rights, and reputation management, which are less likely to compromise the organization's assets or operations. References: CISA Review Manual (Digital Version), Domain 5: Protection of Information Assets, Section 5.3 Security Awareness Training1
CISA Exam Question 107
Which of the following represents the HIGHEST level of maturity of an information security program?
Correct Answer: B
According to the ISACA's Information Security Governance Guidance for Boards of Directors and Executive Management, the highest level of maturity of an information security program is Level 5: Optimized, which means that the program is aligned with the business objectives and strategy, and continuously monitors and improves its performance and effectiveness. A framework is in place to measure risks and track effectiveness, and the program is proactive, adaptive, and innovative. The other options represent lower levels of maturity: * A training program is in place to promote information security awareness. This is Level 2: Repeatable, which means that the program has some basic policies and procedures, and provides awareness training to employees. * Information security policies and procedures are established. This is Level 3: Defined, which means that the program has formalized policies and procedures, and assigns roles and responsibilities for information security. * The program meets regulatory and compliance requirements. This is Level 4: Managed, which means that the program has established metrics and reporting mechanisms, and complies with relevant laws and regulations. References: : ISACA. (2001). Information Security Governance Guidance for B
CISA Exam Question 108
During the evaluation of controls over a major application development project, the MOST effective use of an IS auditor's time would be to review and evaluate:
Correct Answer: A
Reviewing and evaluating application test cases is the most effective use of an IS auditor's time during the evaluation of controls over a major application development project. Application test cases are designed to verify that the application meets the functional and non-functional requirements and specifications. They also help to identify and correct any errors, defects, or vulnerabilities in the application before it is deployed. By reviewing and evaluating the test cases, the IS auditor can assess the quality, reliability, security, and performance of the application and provide recommendations for improvement.
CISA Exam Question 109
While conducting a follow-up on an asset management audit, the IS auditor finds paid invoices for IT devices not recorded in the organization's inventory. Which of the following is the auditor's BEST course of action?
Correct Answer: A
CISA Exam Question 110
Which of the following is the PRIMARY reason for using a digital signature?
Correct Answer: B
A digital signature is a mathematical algorithm that validates the authenticity and integrity of a message or document by generating a unique hash of the message or document and encrypting it using the sender's private key1. The primary reason for using a digital signature is to authenticate the sender of a message, as only the sender has access to their private key and can produce a valid signature2. A digital signature also verifies the integrity of the data, as any modification to the message or document will result in a different hash value and invalidate the signature1. However, a digital signature does not provide availability or confidentiality to the transmission, as it does not prevent denial-of-service attacks or encrypt the entire message or document3. References 1: Understanding Digital Signatures | CISA 2: Signature Verification | CISA 3: SECFND: Digital Signatures from Skillsoft | NICCS