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Answer: C

A database administrator is responsible for creating and
controlling the logical and physical database. Defining data
ownership resides with the head of the user department or
top management if the data is common to the organization. IS
management and the data administrator are responsible for
establishing operational standards for the data dictionary.
Establishing ground rules for ensuring data integrity and
security in line with the corporate security policy is a
function of the security administrator.

Which of the following network topologies yields the GREATEST redundancy in the event of the failure of one node? A. Mesh B. Star C. Ring D. Bus

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Utilizing audit software to compare the object code of two programs is an audit technique used to test program: A. logic. B. changes. C. efficiency. D. computations.

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Which of the following data entry controls provides the GREATEST assurance that the data is entered correctly? A. Using key verification B. Segregating the data entry function from data entry verification C. Maintaining a log/record detailing the time, date, employee's initials/user id and progress of various data preparation and verification tasks D. Adding check digits

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Which of the following is a telecommunication device that translates data from digital form to analog form and back to digital? A. Multiplexer B. Modem C. Protocol converter D. Concentrator

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A company has contracted with an external consulting firm to implement a commercial financial system to replace its existing in-house developed system. In reviewing the proposed development approach, which of the following would be of GREATEST concern? A. Acceptance testing is to be managed by users. B. A quality plan is not part of the contracted deliverables. C. Not all business functions will be available on initial implementation. D. Prototyping is being used to confirm that the system meets business requirements.

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During an audit, an IS auditor learns that lengthy and complex passwords are required to reach the network via modem. These passwords were established by an outside provider. The communications software allows users to select a ?remember password? option. What should the IS auditor's PRIMARY recommendation be? A. Disable the save password option and have users record them elsewhere. B. Request that the provider change the dial-in password to a group password. C. Establish and enforce a process to have users change their passwords. D. Allow users to change their passwords to something less complex.

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Which of the following can consume valuable network bandwidth? A. Trojan horses B. Trap doors C. Worms D. Vaccines

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Electromagnetic emissions from a terminal represent an exposure because they: A. affect noise pollution. B. disrupt processor functions. C. produce dangerous levels of electric current. D. can be detected and displayed.

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Which of the following would BEST provide assurance of the integrity of new staff? A) Background screening B)References C) Bonding D)Qualifications listed on resume

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An IS auditor performing an audit of the company's IS strategy would be LEAST likely to: A. assess IS security procedures. B. review both short- and long-term IS strategies. C. interview appropriate corporate management personnel. D. ensure that the external environment has been considered.

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The MOST effective method of preventing unauthorized use of data files is: A. automated file entry. B. tape librarian. C. access control software. D. locked library.

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Which of the following types of firewalls would BEST protect a network from an Internet attack? A. Screened subnet firewall B. Application filtering gateway C. Packet filtering router D. Circuit-level gateway

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