IT Auditor's Responsibilities

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

What is the purpose of penetration testing?

To ensure the accuracy and completeness of data provided

To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of control measures

To review specialized assessments performed by experts

To identify and confirm security vulnerabilities (correct)

What is another term for penetration testing?

Control assessment

Ethical hacking

Intrusion tests (correct)

Vulnerability scanning

What knowledge and skills are required for conducting penetration testing?

Familiarity with specialized assessments

Knowledge of control monitoring and evaluation

Understanding of IT technology and vulnerabilities (correct)

Expertise in data accuracy and completeness

How does penetration testing differ from vulnerability scanning?

It involves using the same techniques as a hacker Signup and view all the answers

What should the IT audit charter establish regarding nonaudit services?

The nature, timing, and extent of nonaudit services Signup and view all the answers

In what areas may an IT auditor be involved in nonaudit services or roles?

Designing and implementing custom-built IT applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluating the disaster recovery plan?

To evaluate the enterprise's preparedness in the event of a major business disruption Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of assessing third-party risk management?

To assess whether the third party is compliant with the terms of the agreement with the enterprise Signup and view all the answers

Why should nonaudit services be closely monitored if there is potential for impaired objectivity or independence?

To identify any significant indications of impairment of objectivity or independence Signup and view all the answers

What should be reported to those charged with governance regarding impairments and safeguards related to nonaudit services?

Any significant indications of impairment of objectivity or independence and any safeguards that have been implemented Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of penetration testing?

To simulate a real attack and test for potential weaknesses Signup and view all the answers

What type of knowledge do zero-knowledge tests in penetration testing involve?

No knowledge of the infrastructure being attacked Signup and view all the answers

What does double blind testing in penetration testing involve?

The administrator and security staff at the target are also not aware of the test Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk associated with penetration testing?

It may inadvertently trigger escalation procedures Signup and view all the answers

When should penetration testing be performed?

When there is awareness of legal considerations and risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the objective of internal testing in penetration testing?

To test attacks and control circumvention attempts from within the perimeter Signup and view all the answers

What is a vulnerability assessment?

A process of identifying and classifying vulnerabilities Signup and view all the answers

Why should an IT auditor be extremely careful when attempting to break into a live production system?

To avoid causing the system to fail Signup and view all the answers

What permission is required to determine what tests can be performed without informing the staff responsible for monitoring security violations?

Permission from top-level senior management Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT an example of a vulnerability that may be identified by an assessment?

Secure applications Signup and view all the answers

In a vulnerability assessment, what may automated tools be used to examine?

Logs and data from multiple sources Signup and view all the answers

Who typically performs vulnerability scanning in an enterprise?

Security experts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of vulnerability scanning?

To proactively identify security weaknesses Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for comprehensive vulnerability assessments?

Physical elements such as procedures, practices, technologies, facilities Signup and view all the answers

What tool is used to search for known vulnerabilities in vulnerability scanning?

Automated tools Signup and view all the answers

What should vulnerability scans regularly identify?

New vulnerabilities and ensure correction of previously identified vulnerabilities Signup and view all the answers

What might indicate a need for a manual vulnerability assessment as opposed to an automated one?

Content that requires judgment including reviews of business processes, physical security, and source code Signup and view all the answers

What services may an IT auditor perform in addition to audits and assessments?

Nonaudit-related consultative and advisory services for the enterprise or clients Signup and view all the answers

IT Auditor's Responsibilities

Choose a study mode

Podcast

Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of penetration testing?

What is another term for penetration testing?

What knowledge and skills are required for conducting penetration testing?

How does penetration testing differ from vulnerability scanning?

What should the IT audit charter establish regarding nonaudit services?

In what areas may an IT auditor be involved in nonaudit services or roles?

What is the purpose of evaluating the disaster recovery plan?

What is the purpose of assessing third-party risk management?

Why should nonaudit services be closely monitored if there is potential for impaired objectivity or independence?

What should be reported to those charged with governance regarding impairments and safeguards related to nonaudit services?

What is the purpose of penetration testing?

What type of knowledge do zero-knowledge tests in penetration testing involve?

What does double blind testing in penetration testing involve?

What is a risk associated with penetration testing?

When should penetration testing be performed?

What is the objective of internal testing in penetration testing?

What is a vulnerability assessment?

Why should an IT auditor be extremely careful when attempting to break into a live production system?

What permission is required to determine what tests can be performed without informing the staff responsible for monitoring security violations?

What is NOT an example of a vulnerability that may be identified by an assessment?

In a vulnerability assessment, what may automated tools be used to examine?

Who typically performs vulnerability scanning in an enterprise?

What is the purpose of vulnerability scanning?

What is essential for comprehensive vulnerability assessments?

What tool is used to search for known vulnerabilities in vulnerability scanning?

What should vulnerability scans regularly identify?

What might indicate a need for a manual vulnerability assessment as opposed to an automated one?

What services may an IT auditor perform in addition to audits and assessments?

More Like This

IT Auditor Objectivity Threats

Blockchain Audit and Review Focus Areas

CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Exam V31.65

IT Midterm Flashcards

Upgrade to continue