ISC2 CC Security Principles Practice Question
A company conducts a background check on a new vendor before signing a contract. This activity is an example of:
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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Due diligence
Due diligence involves investigating and verifying a vendor's security posture and trustworthiness before engagement.
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Due diligence
Why this is correct
Background checks are part of due diligence to assess risks before commitment.
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Risk avoidance
Why it's wrong here
Risk avoidance would mean not engaging with the vendor at all.
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Due care
Why it's wrong here
Due care is implementing ongoing security controls, not initial investigation.
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Risk transfer
Why it's wrong here
Risk transfer involves insurance or outsourcing, not background checks.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
Due diligence
Due diligence is the process of systematically reviewing and verifying information, policies, and procedures to identify and manage risks before making a decision or taking an action in an IT or security context.
Key term
Security posture
An organization's overall cybersecurity strength, including policies, controls, and readiness to defend against and respond to threats.
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