ISC Practice Question: Secure Operations Change Management And Disposal
You are reviewing a Change Management plan for an ICS (Industrial Control System). What is the most critical risk during the 'Implement' phase?
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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Operational system disruption
In ICS/SCADA environments, system availability is paramount; uncoordinated changes can cause catastrophic operational failure.
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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Operational system disruption
Why this is correct
Changes to ICS can trigger safety shutdowns or loss of process control.
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Data leakage
Why it's wrong here
While important, physical safety and uptime are the primary concerns in ICS.
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Loss of audit logs
Why it's wrong here
Audit logs are a secondary concern compared to system uptime.
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Unauthorized access
Why it's wrong here
Access is managed, but operational safety is the priority.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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