CISM Incident Management Practice Question
Which of the following is the FIRST step when engaging an external forensics firm for an incident?
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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Activate the forensic retainer agreement
Having a pre-existing retainer agreement reduces time to engage and ensures terms are already in place.
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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Activate the forensic retainer agreement
Why this is correct
A pre-signed retainer allows immediate activation.
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Provide evidence to the firm
Why it's wrong here
Evidence is provided after scope and legal agreements are in place.
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Define the scope of work
Why it's wrong here
Scope is defined after engagement, but the retainer is the first step.
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Sign a non-disclosure agreement
Why it's wrong here
NDA may be part of the retainer, but the first step is having the retainer.
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