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Question #: 1157
Topic #: 1
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While conducting an IT operations audit, an internal IS auditor discovers there are backup media missing that potentially contain unencrypted data. Which of the following should be the IS auditor’s NEXT step?

  • A. Review the backup media policy and procedures.
  • B. Notify legal and regulatory authorities of the lost media.
  • C. Write a report regarding the missing media.
  • D. Determine what data is on the missing media.
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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️

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52cb16c
3 months ago
Selected Answer: D
The storage of unencapsulated backup media can be classified as a security incident and can be tracked (D) and processed (reported, processed, remediated, etc.) as a priority to determine what data is stored.
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RS66
1 year ago
Selected Answer: A
Not D. knowing what data is on the tape is not necessary now as we already lost it. I need to know why is this happening. Analyzing the procedures should me the next step. I say A.
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veli_117
10 months, 1 week ago
Procedures depend on data classification
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Swallows
1 year, 4 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Priority is given to determining what data is on the missing media and the extent of the risk of loss.
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3008
1 year, 8 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D is correct.
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FAGFUR
1 year, 9 months ago
Selected Answer: A
The IS auditor's next step, upon discovering missing backup media potentially containing unencrypted data, should be to review the backup media policy and procedures. Understanding the organization's policies and procedures for handling backup media is crucial in assessing the context of the incident and determining whether established protocols were followed.
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