CND Network Defense Management Practice Question
An organization needs to implement a mandatory framework that governs the classification, handling, and disposal of sensitive corporate data. Which policy type should the network security administrator draft first to establish baseline expectations?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Information Security Policy
A corporate information security policy establishes the overarching baseline expectations and security posture for data handling across the organization.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Patch Management Policy
Why it's wrong here
This policy is too specific and focuses only on software updates.
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Information Security Policy
Why this is correct
This policy defines overall expectations for protecting company assets and data.
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Remote Access Policy
Why it's wrong here
This policy only addresses external connections into the corporate network.
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Firewall Configuration Policy
Why it's wrong here
This policy is a technical standard rather than a high-level governance policy.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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