CISA Information System Auditing Process Practice Question
During the follow-up phase of an audit, the auditor discovers that a previous finding has not been remediated. What is the auditor's BEST course of action?
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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Report the lack of remediation to senior management
If remediation has not occurred, the auditor should escalate the issue to management to ensure action is taken.
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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Perform additional testing to confirm the finding
Why it's wrong here
Testing may be needed but escalation is primary.
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Report the lack of remediation to senior management
Why this is correct
Escalation ensures accountability and corrective action.
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Ignore the finding since it was previously reported
Why it's wrong here
Findings must be followed up.
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Close the finding as accepted risk
Why it's wrong here
Only if management formally accepts the risk.
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