An IS auditor reviewing back-up procedures for software need
only determine that:
A. object code libraries are backed up.
B. source code libraries are backed up.
C. both object and source codes libraries are backed up.
D. program patches are maintained at the originating site.
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Answer: C
Backup for software must include both object and source code
libraries and must include a provision for maintaining
program patches on a current basis at all backup locations.
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