Question 1

When defining due diligence requirements for the set of vendors that host web applications which of the

following is typically NOT part of evaluating the vendor's patch

management controls?

Options :

A : The capability of the vendor to apply priority patching of high-risk systems

B : Established procedures for testing of patches, service packs, and hot fixes prior to installation

C : A documented process to gain approvals for use of open source applications

D : The existence of a formal process for evaluation and prioritization of known vulnerabilities

Answer: C

Question 2

Which statement BEST reflects the factors that help you determine the frequency of cyclical assessments?

Options :

A :

Vendor assessments should be conducted during onboarding and then be replaced by continuous monitoring

B :

Vendor assessment frequency should be based on the level of risk and criticality of the vendor to your operations as determined by their vendor risk score

C : Vendor assessments should be scheduled based on the type of services/products provided

D : Vendor assessment frequency may need to be changed if the vendor has disclosed a data breach

Answer: B

Question 3

The BEST time in the SDLC process for an application service provider to perform Threat Modeling analysis is:

Options :

A : Before the application design and development activities begin

B : After the application vulnerability or penetration test is completed

C : After testing and before the deployment of the final code into production

D : Prior to the execution of a contract with each client

Answer: A

Question 4

Which type of contract provision is MOST important in managing Fourth-Nth party risk after contract signing and on-boarding due diligence is complete?

Options :

A : Subcontractor notice and approval

B : Indemnification and liability

C : Breach notification

D : Right to audit

Answer: A

Question 5

Which statement is TRUE regarding artifacts reviewed when assessing the Cardholder Data Environment (CDE) in payment card processing?

Options :

A : The Data Security Standards (DSS) framework should be used to scope the assessment

B :

The Report on Compliance (ROC) provides the assessment results completed by a qualified security assessor that includes an onsite audit

C : The Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) provides independent testing of controls

D : A System and Organization Controls (SOC) report is sufficient if the report addresses the same location

Answer: B