CCISO 712-50 Exam Questions and Answers PDF

 SSAE 16 Report Overview:

SSAE 16 (Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements) reports are used to assess a vendor's control environment and its alignment with security and compliance requirements.

 Annual Review as Best Practice:

Most vendors update their SSAE 16 reports annually, which reflects a complete cycle of operational and security practices.

Reviewing the report annually ensures that the organization evaluates updated controls and addresses any identified risks.

 Why Not Other Options:

Quarterly (A) or semi-annual (B) reviews are excessive unless dictated by a high-risk environment.

Bi-annual (D) review intervals may result in oversight of critical updates.

 EC-Council Guidance:

Annual review aligns with standard compliance practices and maintains oversight of vendor security controls.

An Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) is the most probable threat actor in incidents involving the large-scale compromise of accounts in a hardened system. APTs are sophisticated, highly organized groups that employ advanced techniques to gain unauthorized access and remain undetected. Unlike poorly configured firewalls (A) or malware (B), which are often less targeted, APTs focus on strategic objectives, frequently using insider threats (D) or social engineering as part of their multi-vector attacks.

The Data Governance Council emphasizes that boards should provide strategic oversight by:

Understanding the criticality of information and its security to ensure that information is treated as a strategic asset.

Reviewing investments in information security to align with organizational objectives and mitigate risks effectively.

Endorsing the development and implementation of a robust security program, providing authority and credibility.

Requiring regular reporting on the adequacy and effectiveness of the security program to maintain accountability and visibility.

This approach aligns with best practices in information security governance for board responsibilities.

 Short-Term Mitigation:

In cases where immediate fixes are not financially feasible, deploying countermeasures and compensating controls can help mitigate the risk while awaiting a budget allocation.

 Cost-Effective Response:

This approach ensures continuity of operations while addressing vulnerabilities to an acceptable extent.

 Supporting Reference:

CCISO training recommends using compensating controls as a temporary solution for critical vulnerabilities under tight budget constraints