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Information Security Policies

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Information Security Policies are essential documents that provide detailed guidance for organizations to secure their information assets from potential threats. These policies carry an official and formalized statement from the management and are intended to ensure that everyone within the organiz…

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CISSP - Information Security Policies Example Questions

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Question 1

A company is experiencing difficulty enforcing its Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy. What is the best approach for mitigating risk and ensuring the policy is effective?

Correct Answer: Implement technical measures, such as Mobile Device Management (MDM), and train employees on BYOD security

The correct answer combines technical measures, such as MDM, with employee training, covering both technology and user behavior aspects. The wrong answers contain partial or less effective solutions, such as focusing only on communication or trust without adequate security controls.

Question 2

A manager wants to assess the effectiveness of a recently implemented information security policy. Which of the following metrics would be most helpful for this purpose?

Correct Answer: Number of security incidents related to policy non-compliance

The correct answer measures the effectiveness of the policy by analyzing actual security incidents related to non-compliance, providing a direct link to the policy's success. The wrong answers focus on metrics that are not directly tied to the policy effectiveness or are irrelevant to gauging the impact of the implemented policy.

Question 3

A large organization wants to adapt its information security policies to keep up with a rapidly changing threat landscape. Which approach will be most effective in achieving this?

Correct Answer: Conduct regular policy reviews in tandem with risk assessments

The correct answer involves regularly reviewing policies and conducting risk assessments to ensure that they are up-to-date with evolving threats. The wrong answers are less effective, as they either rely on external factors, do not take proactive measures, or do not accommodate specific organizational needs.

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