ISC Practice Question: Systems Security Implementation Verification And Validation
You are validating the security of a database system. Which THREE of the following are standard verification steps for database security?
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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Checking that the audit logging mechanism is active.
Database security verification includes reviewing access controls, encryption, and audit settings.
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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Disabling all backups to ensure the database remains small.
Why it's wrong here
Backups are critical for availability and disaster recovery.
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Checking that the audit logging mechanism is active.
Why this is correct
Audit logs are required to detect and investigate suspicious database activities.
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Confirming that encryption is enabled for data at rest.
Why this is correct
Encryption at rest is a standard security requirement for databases.
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Ensuring the database is configured to accept all remote connections.
Why it's wrong here
Limiting remote access is critical for security; it should not be open to all.
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Verifying that default passwords for built-in accounts have been changed.
Why this is correct
Changing default credentials is a fundamental step in securing any database.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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