The IS department of an organization wants to ensure that
the computer files, used in the information processing
facility, are backed up adequately to allow for proper
recovery. This is a/an:
A. control procedure.
B. control objective.
C. corrective control.
D. operational control.
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Answer: B
IS control objectives specify the minimum set of controls to
ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the operations and
functions within an organization. Control procedures are
developed to provide reasonable assurance that specific
objectives will be achieved. A corrective control is a
category of controls, which aims to minimizing the threat
and/or remedy problems that were not prevented or were not
initially detected. Operational controls address the
day-to-day operational functions and activities, and aid in
ensuring that the operations are meeting the desired
business objectives.
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