CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are typical components of a security awareness program?
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Why each option matters
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Role-based security training
Phishing simulations and role-based training are core components of awareness programs. Penetration testing is a technical assessment, vulnerability scanning is technical, and security architecture is a design function.
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Role-based security training
Why this is correct
Tailored training for different roles.
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Vulnerability scanning
Why it's wrong here
Technical control, not training.
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Phishing simulations
Why this is correct
Common awareness tool.
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Security architecture design
Why it's wrong here
Design function, not awareness.
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Penetration testing
Why it's wrong here
Technical security test, not awareness.
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