CRISC Risk Response and Reporting Practice Question
An organization is implementing a new access control system to protect sensitive data. Which type of control is most appropriate for preventing unauthorized access?
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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Preventive control
Preventive controls are designed to deter or prevent undesirable events from occurring. Access control systems are a classic example of preventive controls as they block unauthorized access before it happens.
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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Detective control
Why it's wrong here
Detective controls identify incidents after they occur, not prevent them.
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Preventive control
Why this is correct
Preventive controls are designed to stop unwanted events from occurring.
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Corrective control
Why it's wrong here
Corrective controls are applied after an incident to restore systems or mitigate damage.
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Compensating control
Why it's wrong here
Compensating controls are alternative controls that mitigate risk when primary controls are not feasible.
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