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CRISC Practice Question: After a data breach has been contained, what is…
After a data breach has been contained, what is the most important action for identifying underlying IT risks?
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Perform a root cause analysis
Root cause analysis systematically identifies the weaknesses that allowed the breach, directly contributing to risk identification. Updating the risk register, implementing controls, and reviewing insurance are subsequent steps.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Update the risk register
Why it's wrong here
Updating the register is important but should follow identification of root causes.
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Perform a root cause analysis
Why this is correct
Root cause analysis identifies the specific risks and weaknesses that led to the breach.
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Implement new security controls
Why it's wrong here
Implementing controls is a mitigation step, not a risk identification activity.
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Review cyber insurance policy
Why it's wrong here
Insurance review is about financial transfer, not risk identification.
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