CRISC Risk Response and Reporting Practice Question
A change to a critical application is being implemented without updating the associated security controls. This is most likely a failure in which process?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often confuse 'control design' (the initial architecture of controls) with the ongoing governance process of 'change management' that ensures controls are kept in sync with system modifications.
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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Change management
A change to a critical application that bypasses updating security controls is a direct failure of the change management process. Change management requires that all changes, including security controls, be reviewed, approved, and documented before implementation to maintain the risk posture. Without this process, the organization loses visibility and control over the security implications of the change, leading to potential vulnerabilities.
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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Control design
Why it's wrong here
Control design happens before implementation; the issue is about maintaining controls after change.
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Change management
Why this is correct
Change management requires that security controls are reviewed and updated as part of any change.
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Project management
Why it's wrong here
Project management focuses on delivering the change, but change management ensures controls are maintained.
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User training
Why it's wrong here
Training might be affected, but the core issue is the lack of control update during change.
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