CRISC Risk Response and Reporting Practice Question
An organization has a risk culture where employees are hesitant to report security incidents due to fear of blame. Which of the following initiatives would MOST effectively promote a risk-aware culture?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Establish a confidential incident reporting system with a no-blame policy
To encourage incident reporting, the organization should foster a no-blame culture. Implementing an anonymous reporting mechanism removes fear of reprisal and encourages employees to report incidents without fear of blame.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Increase the frequency of security awareness training
Why it's wrong here
Training is important but does not directly address the fear of blame.
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Establish a confidential incident reporting system with a no-blame policy
Why this is correct
This directly reduces fear and encourages reporting.
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Conduct more frequent audits to detect unreported incidents
Why it's wrong here
Audits may increase fear rather than promote a positive culture.
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Discipline employees who fail to report incidents
Why it's wrong here
Punitive measures may further discourage reporting.
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