CRISC Risk Response and Reporting Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are common elements of a periodic control effectiveness testing program? (Select THREE)
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Quarterly control testing by the risk function
Periodic testing includes internal audit reviews, quarterly testing by the risk function, and annual penetration tests. Continuous monitoring is not periodic, and user training is not a testing activity.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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User training on new controls
Why it's wrong here
Training is a control implementation activity, not testing.
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Quarterly control testing by the risk function
Why this is correct
Quarterly testing is a common periodic activity.
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Continuous monitoring via SIEM
Why it's wrong here
Continuous monitoring is ongoing, not periodic.
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Internal audit review of controls
Why this is correct
Internal audit typically performs periodic control reviews.
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Annual penetration testing
Why this is correct
Annual penetration tests are periodic.
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