CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
An organization is developing a security policy for remote access. According to the policy hierarchy, where should this policy fit?
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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Domain-specific standard
Enterprise security policy is high-level; domain-specific standards provide mandatory requirements for specific areas like remote 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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Procedure
Why it's wrong here
Procedures are step-by-step instructions, not policy.
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Guideline
Why it's wrong here
Guidelines are recommendations, not mandatory.
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Enterprise security policy
Why it's wrong here
Enterprise policy is too broad; remote access is a domain-specific topic.
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Domain-specific standard
Why this is correct
Standards define mandatory requirements for specific domains.
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