CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
A CISO is building a business case for a new security tool. Which approach BEST quantifies the value of the investment?
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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Risk reduction value and breach cost avoidance
Comparing the cost of the tool against the average cost of a data breach (e.g., $4.35M) provides a clear financial justification.
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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Industry analyst recommendations
Why it's wrong here
Lacks quantitative justification.
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Number of features compared to competitors
Why it's wrong here
Features don't equate to value.
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Total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis
Why it's wrong here
TCO shows cost but not value.
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Risk reduction value and breach cost avoidance
Why this is correct
This directly links investment to avoided losses.
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