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CISA Practice Question: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
An organization is considering acquiring a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) ERP system. Which of the following risks is most effectively mitigated by including a contractual clause for audit rights?
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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Inadequate vendor security controls
Audit rights allow the organization to verify that the vendor's controls are operating effectively. This directly addresses the risk of inadequate vendor security controls, which could expose the organization to data breaches or compliance violations.
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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Incompatibility with existing infrastructure
Why it's wrong here
Incompatibility is a technical risk that should be evaluated during vendor selection and proof of concept.
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Inadequate vendor security controls
Why this is correct
Audit rights enable the organization to assess the vendor's security posture and ensure controls are adequate.
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Vendor lock-in due to proprietary data formats
Why it's wrong here
Audit rights do not address data portability or lock-in; data ownership clauses would be more relevant.
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Cost overruns from customization
Why it's wrong here
Cost overruns are typically addressed by fixed-price contracts or change control processes, not audit rights.
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