CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
A security manager is designing an executive security report. Which content is most appropriate for a one-page C-suite dashboard?
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
✓
Top security risks and key performance indicators with trends
C-suite executives need high-level strategic insights, not operational details. Top risks and key metrics (e.g., risk posture, critical incidents) are suitable for a dashboard.
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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Detailed logs of all security incidents from the past week
Why it's wrong here
Too granular for executives.
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List of all vulnerabilities found during the last scan
Why it's wrong here
Too technical and detailed.
- ✓
Top security risks and key performance indicators with trends
Why this is correct
Provides actionable insight at a strategic level.
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Full results of the latest phishing simulation
Why it's wrong here
Operational detail not suitable for a one-page dashboard.
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