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Isaca CCAK Exam Questions
- Topic 1: CCM and CAIQ: Goals, Objectives, and Structure/ CCM: Auditing Controls
- Topic 2: A Threat Analysis Methodology for Cloud Using CCM/ Cloud Governance
- Topic 3: Evaluating a Cloud Compliance Program/ Cloud Auditing
- Topic 4: Continuous Assurance and Compliance/ Cloud Compliance Program
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Note: Premium Questions for CCAK were last updated On Feb. 19, 2026 (see below)
Which of the following is a KEY benefit of using the Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM)?
The Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) by the Cloud Security Alliance provides a comprehensive control framework that aligns with industry standards, regulations, and best practices, offering a structured approach for cloud security and compliance management. This mapping capability makes it highly valuable in cloud audits as noted in the CCAK, which relies on CCM for its comprehensive applicability in regulatory compliance and security (referenced in CSA CCM V4 documentation and ISACA CCAK content).
An independent contractor is assessing the security maturity of a Software as a Service (SaaS) company against industry standards. The SaaS company has developed and hosted all its products using the cloud services provided by a third-party cloud service provider. What is the optimal and most efficient mechanism to assess the controls provider is responsible for?
Reviewing the provider's published questionnaires (A) may not be optimal or efficient, as the published questionnaires may not be comprehensive or up-to-date, and may not reflect the actual state of the provider's controls. The published questionnaires may also be biased or inaccurate, as they are produced by the provider themselves.
Directly auditing the provider may not be feasible or necessary, as the independent contractor may not have access to the provider's environment or data, and may not have the authority or expertise to conduct such an audit. The independent contractor should rely on the third-party audit reports and certifications to assess the provider's compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
Sending a supplier questionnaire to the provider (D) may not be optimal or efficient, as the supplier questionnaire may not cover all the aspects of the provider's controls, and may not provide sufficient evidence or assurance of the provider's security maturity. The supplier questionnaire may also take a long time to complete and verify, and may not be consistent with the industry standards and best practices.Reference:=
How to Evaluate Cloud Service Provider Security (Checklist)
Cloud service review process - Cloud Adoption Framework
How to choose a cloud service provider | Microsoft Azure
The FINAL decision to include a material finding in a cloud audit report should be made by the:
The other options are not correct. Option A is incorrect, as the auditee's senior management is not in charge of the audit report, but rather the subject of the audit. The auditee's senior management should provide their perspective and action plans for the material findings, but they cannot decide whether to include or exclude them from the report. Option B is incorrect, as the organization's CEO is not involved in the audit process, but rather the ultimate recipient of the audit report. The organization's CEO should review and act upon the audit report, but they cannot influence the content of the report. Option D is incorrect, as the organization's CISO is not an independent party, but rather a stakeholder of the audit. The organization's CISO should support and collaborate with the cloud auditor, but they cannot make the final decision on the material findings.Reference:
ISACA Cloud Auditing Knowledge Certificate Study Guide, page 19-20.
Application programming interfaces (APIs) are likely to be attacked continuously by bad actors because they:
APIs are likely to be attacked continuously by bad actors because they are generally the most exposed part of an application or system. APIs serve as the interface between different components or services, and often expose sensitive data or functionality to the outside world. APIs can be accessed by anyone with an Internet connection, and can be easily discovered by scanning or crawling techniques. Therefore, APIs are a prime target for attackers who want to exploit vulnerabilities, steal data, or disrupt services.
ISACA, Certificate of Cloud Auditing Knowledge (CCAK) Study Guide, 2021, p. 88-89.
OWASP, The Ten Most Critical API Security Risks - OWASP Foundation, 2019, p.4-5
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