CISA Protection of Information Assets Practice Question
An organization is planning to implement a data loss prevention (DLP) solution to protect sensitive data. Which THREE of the following are essential steps to ensure the effectiveness of the DLP program?
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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Classifying data based on sensitivity
Classifying data based on sensitivity (B) is foundational to know what to protect. Defining DLP policies and rules (E) dictates the rules to enforce. Monitoring and tuning DLP rules regularly (C) ensures policies remain effective. Encrypting all data at rest and in transit (A) is not always feasible or appropriate and is not an essential step. Training all employees on data handling procedures (D) is important but not an essential step for the effectiveness of the DLP program.
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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Encrypting all data at rest and in transit
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is a separate control; DLP focuses on monitoring and preventing data exfiltration.
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Classifying data based on sensitivity
Why this is correct
Data classification is prerequisite for DLP rules.
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Monitoring and tuning DLP rules regularly
Why this is correct
Tuning reduces false positives and improves detection.
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Training all employees on data handling procedures
Why it's wrong here
Training supports DLP but is not an essential technical step.
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Defining DLP policies and rules
Why this is correct
Policies define what actions to detect or block.
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