CRISC Risk Response and Reporting Practice Question
An organization uses a SIEM to automatically test access control rules on a continuous basis. This is an example of which type of monitoring?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often confuse continuous monitoring with periodic control testing. Many candidates incorrectly assume that automated testing must be a scheduled vulnerability scan, but the key differentiator is the 'continuous' nature versus scheduled intervals. In the context of CRISC, continuous monitoring is a risk response strategy that provides real-time assurance over controls.
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Continuous monitoring
A SIEM that automatically tests access control rules on a continuous basis performs ongoing validation of rule effectiveness and compliance. This is a classic example of continuous monitoring, where security controls are assessed in real-time or near-real-time without manual intervention, ensuring that access policies remain effective against evolving threats.
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Continuous monitoring
Why this is correct
SIEM-based automated testing runs continuously, providing real-time assurance.
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Key Risk Indicator monitoring
Why it's wrong here
KRI monitoring tracks risk indicators, not control effectiveness.
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Vulnerability scanning
Why it's wrong here
Vulnerability scanning is a specific type of continuous monitoring, but the scenario describes testing access control rules, not scanning for vulnerabilities.
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Periodic control testing
Why it's wrong here
Periodic testing occurs at set intervals (quarterly/annual), not continuously.
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