CISA Protection of Information Assets Practice Question
An IS auditor is reviewing the user access recertification process. Which of the following findings would MOST concern the auditor regarding the effectiveness of access reviews?
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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Managers approve all access requests without verifying job requirements
If managers approve access without verifying actual job requirements, the recertification process is ineffective. This indicates a rubber-stamping issue. The other options are less critical or address different aspects.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
The recertification report includes all users with active accounts
Why it's wrong here
Including all active accounts is appropriate for a comprehensive review.
- ✗
Reviews are performed quarterly instead of annually
Why it's wrong here
Quarterly reviews are more frequent and generally better; this is not a concern.
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Some users did not respond to the recertification request within the deadline
Why it's wrong here
Delays can be managed; the process may still be effective if access is revoked after non-response.
- ✓
Managers approve all access requests without verifying job requirements
Why this is correct
This shows that the review is not meaningful; access may not be justified.
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