CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
Which component is essential for building a strong security culture within an organization?
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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Executive sponsorship and visible leadership
Executive sponsorship demonstrates leadership commitment and sets the tone at the top.
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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Mandatory annual password changes
Why it's wrong here
Technical controls are not culture.
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Increasing the security budget
Why it's wrong here
Budget alone doesn't create culture.
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Executive sponsorship and visible leadership
Why this is correct
Leadership commitment drives culture.
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Implementing the latest technology
Why it's wrong here
Technology is an enabler, not culture.
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