CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
In a vendor risk assessment, a third-party vendor will have access to sensitive customer data. According to TPRM best practices, what should the organization do first?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Conduct a risk assessment
A risk assessment is performed to understand the risks before defining contract requirements and ongoing monitoring.
Answer analysis
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Conduct a risk assessment
Why this is correct
Risk assessment determines the level of due diligence needed.
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Include security requirements in the contract
Why it's wrong here
Contracts come after risk assessment to include appropriate requirements.
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Define exit procedures
Why it's wrong here
Exit procedures are planned later in the relationship.
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Perform ongoing monitoring
Why it's wrong here
Monitoring is a later step after onboarding.
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