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CPA · Question 55 · Area II: Security
Which of the following is a 'Detective' control?
Which of the following is a 'Detective' control?
Answer options:
A.
Firewall
B.
Encryption
C.
Reviewing Audit Logs
D.
MFA
How to approach this question
Identify the activity that 'Looks for' problems rather than 'Stops' them.
Full Answer
C.Reviewing Audit Logs✓ Correct
C
Detective controls are designed to identify and expose undesirable events that have already occurred. Reviewing logs allows the auditor/admin to detect unauthorized access or errors.
Common mistakes
Confusing Detective with Preventive.
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