CGRC System Compliance Practice Question
Which TWO actions should an ISSO take when a critical security control is found to be ineffective during assessment?
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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Document the finding in the SAR
The ISSO must document the finding in the SAR and work with the system owner to document the mitigation in a POA&M.
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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Delete the control from the SSP
Why it's wrong here
Controls cannot be deleted simply because they failed.
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Change the system password
Why it's wrong here
This is a basic task, not a compliance response.
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Document the finding in the SAR
Why this is correct
Findings must be reported.
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Create a POA&M entry to track remediation
Why this is correct
Remediation must be tracked.
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Immediately disconnect the system
Why it's wrong here
Not always required; risk assessment comes first.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
Senior Network & Security Engineer · founder of Courseiva
Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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