Isaca CCAK Exam - Topic 3 Question 63 Discussion

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Question #: 63
Topic #: 3

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As part of continuous auditing, which of the following should a third-party auditor verify on a regular basis?

AReporting tools are reliable and based on defined objectives.

BThe cloud service provider is compliant.

CAssessment tools are configured based on cloud security best practices.

DApplication programming interfaces (APIs) implemented are appropriate.

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Marjory

3 months ago

Agreed with A and B, those should be top of the list!

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Laurel

3 months ago

Wait, are we sure D is even a priority? Seems a bit off.

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Crista

3 months ago

I think C is super important, but how often do they really check it?

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Shenika

4 months ago

B is crucial too, compliance is key for security!

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Frankie

4 months ago

Definitely A, can't trust reports if the tools aren't solid.

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Isreal

4 months ago

I’m leaning towards the APIs being appropriate, but I wonder if that’s something they check as frequently as the other options.

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Josue

4 months ago

I feel like checking the configuration of assessment tools is important, especially with all the cloud security best practices out there.

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Rex

4 months ago

I remember practicing a question about assessing reporting tools, but I can't recall if that's what auditors focus on regularly.

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Johnetta

5 months ago

I think the auditor should verify the cloud service provider's compliance, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the most critical aspect.

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Dana

5 months ago

Option D looks interesting, I'll need to make sure I understand what they mean by "appropriate" APIs before deciding.

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Ludivina

5 months ago

The key here is to focus on continuous auditing, so I'm leaning towards option A to verify the reliability of the reporting tools.

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Fletcher

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. I'll need to think through the different options carefully before selecting an answer.

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Kyoko

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward, I think I'll go with option B to verify the cloud service provider's compliance.

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Thersa

1 year ago

Continuous auditing, where the only constant is the auditor's perpetual confusion. I'm just going to close my eyes and point at an answer.

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Chery

11 months ago

D) Application programming interfaces (APIs) implemented are appropriate.

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Luisa

11 months ago

C) Assessment tools are configured based on cloud security best practices.

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Eugene

11 months ago

B) The cloud service provider is compliant.

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Ettie

12 months ago

A) Reporting tools are reliable and based on defined objectives.

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Glen

1 year ago

The cloud is like a mystery box - you never know what's inside! I hope the answer involves some kind of magic trick to figure it out.

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Clare

1 year ago

This is a tough one, but I'm going with B. Ensuring the cloud service provider's compliance is a no-brainer for any responsible auditor.

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Sue

1 year ago

I think C is also crucial to ensure the assessment tools are configured properly.

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Garry

1 year ago

I agree, B is definitely important to verify regularly.

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Cecily

1 year ago

I believe the auditor should also verify if the cloud service provider is compliant to ensure data security.

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Rosamond

1 year ago

Ah, the joys of continuous auditing. I bet the answer is D - APIs are the gateway to the cloud, so they better be appropriate!

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Lera

1 year ago

Yes, it's important for the third-party auditor to verify that the APIs implemented are appropriate to prevent any potential security risks.

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Ruthann

1 year ago

I think you're right, APIs are crucial for ensuring the security and functionality of cloud services.

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Lore

1 year ago

I agree with Annelle. It's important for the auditor to ensure accurate reporting.

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Vivan

1 year ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. Maybe B is the right answer since the cloud service provider's compliance is a key factor in the audit process.

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Nickolas

1 year ago

C) Assessment tools are configured based on cloud security best practices.

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Nana

1 year ago

B) The cloud service provider is compliant.

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Pearlie

1 year ago

A) Reporting tools are reliable and based on defined objectives.

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Merlyn

1 year ago

I think C is the correct answer. The configuration of assessment tools based on best practices is essential for effective cloud security.

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Margot

1 year ago

The answer is clearly A. Reporting tools are the backbone of continuous auditing, and their reliability is crucial.

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Desmond

1 year ago

D) Application programming interfaces (APIs) implemented are important too, so I think it's a combination of all these options.

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Lindsay

1 year ago

C) Yes, assessment tools being configured based on cloud security best practices is also crucial.

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Alva

1 year ago

B) I think it's important for the auditor to verify that the cloud service provider is compliant as well.

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Rueben

1 year ago

A) Reporting tools are reliable and based on defined objectives.

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Annelle

1 year ago

I think the third-party auditor should verify if the reporting tools are reliable and based on defined objectives.

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