CISM Incident Management Practice Question
A security analyst detects a series of failed login attempts followed by a successful login from an unusual geographic location. The account is a standard user account. Which incident category best describes this scenario?
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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Account compromise
The scenario describes an account compromise where credentials are likely stolen and used to gain unauthorized access.
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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Data breach
Why it's wrong here
Data breach involves exfiltration of data; this scenario only shows unauthorized access.
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Supply chain attack
Why it's wrong here
Supply chain attack involves compromising a vendor or partner, not directly a user account.
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Insider threat
Why it's wrong here
Insider threat involves malicious or unintentional actions by an employee, not external credential use.
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Account compromise
Why this is correct
The pattern of failed logins followed by a success from a new location indicates compromised credentials.
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