ISC2 CC Security Operations Practice Question
To protect the integrity of log files, which of the following is a best practice?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Use write-once storage or a separate log server
Using write-once storage (e.g., WORM) or a separate log server prevents tampering with log data.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Use write-once storage or a separate log server
Why this is correct
This prevents modification or deletion of logs.
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Store logs on the same server as the application
Why it's wrong here
This makes logs vulnerable to tampering if the server is compromised.
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Allow administrators to edit logs for accuracy
Why it's wrong here
Editing logs undermines their integrity as evidence.
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Encrypt logs but store them locally
Why it's wrong here
Encryption protects confidentiality, not integrity against tampering.
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Key term
Worm
A worm is a type of malicious software that can copy itself and spread to other computers over a network, often without any human action.
Key term
Integrity
Integrity is the assurance that data has not been altered or tampered with in an unauthorized way, preserving its accuracy and consistency from source to destination.
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