CISA Protection of Information Assets Practice Question
Which of the following is the BEST indicator of the effectiveness of a security awareness 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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Reduction in the number of successful phishing attacks.
A decrease in successful phishing attacks demonstrates behavioral change.
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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Reduction in the number of successful phishing attacks.
Why this is correct
This directly measures improved security behavior.
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Positive feedback from employees about the training.
Why it's wrong here
Feedback is subjective and not a measure of effectiveness.
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Number of employees who completed the training.
Why it's wrong here
Completion does not guarantee learning or behavior change.
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Average test scores on post-training assessments.
Why it's wrong here
Test scores may not translate to real-world actions.
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