CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) — Question 45

Which of the following is the most important factor to ensure accurate incident response reporting?

Answer options

• A. A well-defined timeline of the events
• B. A guideline for regulatory reporting
• C. Logs from the impacted system
• D. A well-developed executive summary

Correct answer: A

Explanation

A well-defined timeline of the events is crucial for accurate incident response reporting as it establishes a clear sequence of actions and decisions made during the incident. The other options, while important for different aspects of incident management, do not provide the foundational clarity that a timeline does, making them less critical for the accuracy of the report.