CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
A multinational organization must comply with GDPR, CCPA, and PCI DSS. The security manager is designing a compliance monitoring program. Which approach is MOST efficient?
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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Map common controls to multiple regulations
Mapping controls to multiple regulations reduces duplication and ensures comprehensive coverage across requirements.
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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Create separate monitoring programs for each regulation
Why it's wrong here
This is redundant and inefficient.
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Outsource compliance to a third-party
Why it's wrong here
Outsourcing does not eliminate the need for internal monitoring.
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Focus only on the strictest regulation
Why it's wrong here
Does not guarantee compliance with all.
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Map common controls to multiple regulations
Why this is correct
Control mapping leverages overlaps for efficiency.
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