- A
Exclude the ERP system from the audit scope because it is new and not yet stable
Why wrong: New systems are often higher risk and should be included.
- B
Include a review of the ERP system in the audit scope due to the high inherent risk
New systems typically have higher risk and warrant audit attention.
- C
Delay the audit until the ERP system has been fully stabilized for six months
Why wrong: Audits should be timely; delaying may miss control issues.
- D
Focus only on financial reporting controls related to the ERP system
Why wrong: The audit should consider all relevant controls, not just financial reporting.
Question 421 of 1,000
CISA Information System Auditing Process Practice Question
This CISA practice question tests your understanding of information system auditing process. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
During the planning phase of an IS audit, the auditor identifies that the organization has recently implemented a new ERP system. Which of the following actions should the auditor prioritize?
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
✓
Include a review of the ERP system in the audit scope due to the high inherent risk
A risk-based audit approach requires focusing on high-risk areas. A new ERP system introduces significant risks, so it should be prioritized in the audit scope.
Key principle: OSPF neighbour adjacency depends on matching area, hello/dead timers, network type, and authentication — IP reachability alone is not enough.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Exclude the ERP system from the audit scope because it is new and not yet stable
Why it's wrong here
New systems are often higher risk and should be included.
- ✓
Include a review of the ERP system in the audit scope due to the high inherent risk
Why this is correct
New systems typically have higher risk and warrant audit attention.
Related concept
OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters.
- ✗
Delay the audit until the ERP system has been fully stabilized for six months
Why it's wrong here
Audits should be timely; delaying may miss control issues.
- ✗
Focus only on financial reporting controls related to the ERP system
Why it's wrong here
The audit should consider all relevant controls, not just financial reporting.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: OSPF can fail even when IP connectivity looks correct
OSPF neighbour formation depends on matching areas, timers, network type, authentication and passive-interface behaviour. Do not choose an answer only because the devices can ping.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
OSPF questions usually test the details that control adjacency and route selection. Read the neighbour state, area, router ID and interface configuration before deciding what is wrong.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters.
- Router ID selection can affect neighbour relationships and LSDB output.
- OSPF cost influences the preferred path.
- A route can appear in OSPF information but not become the installed route.
TExam Day Tips
- Check area mismatch first when OSPF adjacency fails.
- Review passive interfaces when a network is advertised but no neighbour forms.
- Use show ip ospf neighbor and show ip route clues carefully.
Key takeaway
OSPF neighbour adjacency depends on matching area, hello/dead timers, network type, and authentication — IP reachability alone is not enough.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the CISA exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. OSPF neighbour adjacency depends on matching area, hello/dead timers, network type, and authentication — IP reachability alone is not enough. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
What to study next
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Review OSPF neighbour requirements — matching area type, hello and dead timers, network type, stub flags, and authentication. Study show ip ospf neighbor states (INIT, 2-WAY, FULL). Then practise related CISA OSPF questions on adjacency and route selection.
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What does this CISA question test?
Information System Auditing Process — This question tests Information System Auditing Process — OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Include a review of the ERP system in the audit scope due to the high inherent risk — A risk-based audit approach requires focusing on high-risk areas. A new ERP system introduces significant risks, so it should be prioritized in the audit scope.
What should I do if I get this CISA question wrong?
Review OSPF neighbour requirements — matching area type, hello and dead timers, network type, stub flags, and authentication. Study show ip ospf neighbor states (INIT, 2-WAY, FULL). Then practise related CISA OSPF questions on adjacency and route selection.
What is the key concept behind this question?
OSPF neighbours must agree on key parameters.
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