Explanation/Reference: Explanation: Enabling audit trails helps in establishing the accountability and responsibility of processed transactions by tracing transactions through the system. The objective of enabling software to provide audit trails is not to improve system efficiency, since it often involves additional processing which may in fact reduce response time for users. Enabling audit trails involves storage and thus occupies disk space. Choice D is also a valid reason; however, it is not the primary reason.
Question 502
Which of the following is an effective way to ensure the integrity of file transfers in a peer-to-peer (P2P) computing environment?
Correct Answer: A
Question 503
Which of the following biometric access controls has the HIGHEST rate of false negatives?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation Among the options provided, fingerprint scanning has the highest rate of false negatives. False negatives occur when a biometric system fails to recognize an authentic individual. Factors such as skin conditions (wet, dry, greasy), finger injuries, and inadequate scanning can contribute to false negatives in fingerprint scanning1. In comparison, iris recognition23, face recognition45, and retina scanning67 generally have lower rates of false negatives. References: How Accurate are today's Fingerprint Scanners? - Bayometric 25 Advantages and Disadvantages of Iris Recognition - Biometric Today Iris Recognition Technology (or, Musings While Going through Airport ... The Critics Were Wrong: NIST Data Shows the Best Facial Recognition Algorithms Are Neither Racist Nor Sexist | ITIF NIST Launches Studies into Masks' Effect on Face Recognition Software Retinal scan - Wikipedia How accurate are retinal security scans - Smart Eye Technology
Question 504
An IS auditor should be MOST concerned if which of the following fire suppression systems is utilized to protect an asset storage closet?
Correct Answer: D
A CO2 system could be a concern for an IS auditor when used to protect an asset storage closet. While CO2 systems are effective at suppressing fires, they can pose a significant safety risk to personnel. In the event of a fire, the CO2 system would fill the room with carbon dioxide, displacing the oxygen. This could be hazardous to anyone who might be in the room at the time12. References: ISACA's Information Systems Auditor Study Materials1
Question 505
During an audit of a reciprocal disaster recovery agreement between two companies, the IS auditor would be MOST concerned with the:
Correct Answer: A
Explanation During an audit of a reciprocal disaster recovery agreement between two companies, the IS auditor would be most concerned with the allocation of resources during an emergency. A reciprocal disaster recovery agreement is an arrangement by which one organization agrees to use another's resources in the event of a business continuity event or incident. The IS auditor would need to ensure that both parties have clearly defined their roles and responsibilities, their resource requirements, their priority levels, their communication channels, and their escalation procedures in case of a disaster. The IS auditor would also need to verify that both parties have tested their agreement and have updated it regularly to reflect any changes in their business environments. The frequency of system testing is not as critical as the allocation of resources during an emergency, because system testing can be performed periodically or on demand, while resource allocation is a dynamic and complex process that requires careful planning and coordination. The differences in IS policies and procedures are not as critical as the allocation of resources during an emergency, because both parties can agree on common standards and protocols for their disaster recovery operations, or they can adapt their policies and procedures to suit each other's needs. The maintenance of hardware and software compatibility is not as critical as the allocation of resources during an emergency, because both parties can use compatible or interoperable systems, or they can use virtualization or cloud computing technologies to overcome any compatibility issues. References: ISACA CISA Review Manual 27th Edition, page 281