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CISA Practice Question: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
An IS auditor is reviewing the system design phase of a project. Which of the following activities is most important to ensure that security is adequately addressed?
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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Conducting a threat modeling exercise
Threat modeling identifies potential security threats and informs the design of controls, ensuring security is built in.
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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Creating a data flow diagram
Why it's wrong here
Data flow diagrams are useful but threat modeling is more comprehensive.
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Developing a detailed project schedule
Why it's wrong here
Scheduling is important but not for security.
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Conducting a threat modeling exercise
Why this is correct
Threat modeling proactively identifies and mitigates security risks.
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Reviewing the budget for security tools
Why it's wrong here
Budget is a resource consideration, not a design activity.
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