CISM Information Security Program Practice Question
Which document should be reviewed and updated at least annually?
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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Incident response plan
The incident response plan must be reviewed and updated at least annually to ensure it remains effective against evolving threats and changes in the organization. Option B is correct. Vendor contracts (A), network topology diagrams (C), and user manuals (D) are typically reviewed on a different schedule or as needed, not necessarily annually.
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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Vendor contracts
Why it's wrong here
Contracts have their own renewal cycles.
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Incident response plan
Why this is correct
Regulatory and best practice standards require annual review of IR plans.
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Network topology diagram
Why it's wrong here
Diagrams are updated as needed, not necessarily annually.
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User manuals
Why it's wrong here
Manuals are updated when systems change.
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