ISC Law Ethics And Security Compliance Management Practice Question
Which TWO actions should a security manager take to ensure an organization remains compliant with the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act regarding IT controls?
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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Maintain comprehensive audit logs for all financial system changes
SOX focuses on financial reporting integrity, specifically requiring access controls and audit trails.
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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Conduct quarterly physical server room inspections
Why it's wrong here
While good security, this is not a core SOX compliance focus.
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Encrypt all data at rest using AES-256
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is a general control, not a specific SOX requirement.
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Maintain comprehensive audit logs for all financial system changes
Why this is correct
Audit logs are mandatory to provide accountability for financial transactions.
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Ensure all employees receive annual ethics training
Why it's wrong here
While important, it is not a direct technical control for SOX.
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Implement strict access control and separation of duties for financial applications
Why this is correct
This ensures that no single user can manipulate financial data.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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