ISC Risk Management Practice Question
When assessing the risk of a third-party service provider, which THREE areas should be evaluated?
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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Legal and contractual liability clauses
Supply chain risk management requires a holistic review of security, legal, and operational/financial health.
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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Legal and contractual liability clauses
Why this is correct
Crucial for risk transfer and accountability.
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Financial viability of the provider
Why this is correct
Ensures the provider is sustainable.
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Security control maturity (e.g., SOC 2)
Why this is correct
Verifies their internal security posture.
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The vendor's office coffee selection
Why it's wrong here
Irrelevant.
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The color of the vendor's logo
Why it's wrong here
Irrelevant.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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