ISC Practice Question: Secure Operations Change Management And Disposal
When conducting a security impact analysis for a system change in a Federal environment, what is the primary purpose of reviewing the FIPS 199 categorization?
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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To determine if the security controls need re-evaluation
FIPS 199 defines the impact level (Low, Moderate, High), which dictates the rigor of the change management testing requirements.
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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To calculate the budget
Why it's wrong here
Budgeting is unrelated to the technical security impact analysis.
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To verify physical location
Why it's wrong here
Location is not the primary factor in FIPS 199 impact categorization.
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To update the system inventory
Why it's wrong here
Inventory management is secondary to security impact determination.
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To determine if the security controls need re-evaluation
Why this is correct
The impact level dictates the testing and assessment rigor for the change.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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