CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
A security awareness program includes phishing simulations. Which THREE factors should be considered when designing the simulation frequency and difficulty? (Select THREE)
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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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Employee role and job function
Employee role, past click rates, and current threat landscape help tailor simulations for effectiveness and relevance.
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Employee's years of service
Why it's wrong here
Not a direct factor for simulation design.
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Employee role and job function
Why this is correct
Different roles face different phishing risks.
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Past phishing click rate trends
Why this is correct
Indicates current awareness level and areas for improvement.
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Number of security incidents in the past year
Why it's wrong here
Lagging indicator; not used to design simulations.
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Current threat landscape and prevalent attack types
Why this is correct
Ensures simulations are realistic and relevant.
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