CISA Practice Question: Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience
An IS auditor is reviewing a third-party service provider's controls. Which of the following is the MOST important clause to include in the contract to ensure the auditor can assess the provider's controls?
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Why each option matters
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Right-to-audit clause
A right-to-audit clause allows the customer or its auditor to review the provider's controls.
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Right-to-audit clause
Why this is correct
This is essential for independent review.
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Service level agreement (SLA) with penalties
Why it's wrong here
SLAs are important but do not grant audit rights.
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Exit strategy clause
Why it's wrong here
Exit strategy addresses termination, not ongoing assessment.
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Confidentiality clause
Why it's wrong here
Confidentiality protects data but not audit access.
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