Analysis of which of the following would MOST likely enable
the IS auditor to determine if a non-approved program
attempted to access sensitive data?
A. Abnormal job termination reports
B. Operator problem reports
C. System logs
D. Operator work schedules
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Answer: C
System logs are automated reports that identify most of the
activities performed on the computer. Many programs have
been developed which analyze the system log to report on
specifically defined items. Abnormal job termination reports
identify application jobs that were terminated before
successful completion. Operator problem reports are used by
operators to log computer operations problems and their
solutions. Operator work schedules are maintained by IS
management to assist in human resource planning.
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