Isaca CISA Quiz 362 Topic 6 Questions 1806-1810

Question: 1

Which of the following is the PRIMARY objective of the IS audit function?

ACertify the accuracy of financial data

BFacilitate extraction of computer-based data for substantive testing.

CPerform reviews based on standards developed by professional organizations

DReport to management on the functioning of internal controls.

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Question: 2

Which of the following is MOST important for an IS auditor to verify during a disaster recovery audit?

ARegular backups are made and stored offsite.

BMedia are stored in fireproof cabmen.

CDisaster recovery tests are carried out.

DThe disaster recovery plan is updated on a regular basis

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Question: 3

An IS auditor reviewing the use of encryption finds that the symmetric key is sent by an email message between the parties. Which of the following audit responses is correct in this situation?

ANo audit finding is recorded as it is normal to distribute a key of this nature in this manner

BAn audit finding is recorded as the key should be asymmetric and therefore changed

CNo audit finding is recorded as the key can only be used once

DAn audit finding is recorded as the key should be distributed in a secure manner

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Question: 4

Which of the following should be of MOST concern to an IS auditor reviewing an organization's disaster recovery plan (DRP)?

ACopies of the DRP are not kept in a secure offsite location.

BThe CIO has not signed off on the DRP

CThe disaster recovery steps are not detailed.

DThe responsibility for declaring a disaster is not identified

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Question: 5

Which of the following is an IS auditor's BEST course of action upon learning that preventive controls have been replaced with detective and corrective controls'

AReport the issue to management as the risk level has increased.

BEvaluate whether new controls manage the risk at an acceptable level.

CVerify the revised controls enhance the efficiency of related business processes.

DRecommend the implementation of preventive controls in addition to the other controls.

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Isaca CISA Quiz:362 Topic:6 Questions:1806-1810