Certificate of Cloud Auditing Knowledge (CCAK) — Question 82

Which of the following should a cloud auditor recommend regarding controls for application interfaces and databases to prevent manual or systematic processing errors, corruption of data, or misuse?

Answer options

• A. Establishment of policies and procedures across multiple system interfaces, jurisdictions, and business functions to prevent improper disclosure, alteration, or destruction
• B. Data input and output integrity routines
• C. Assessment of contractual and regulatory requirements for customer access
• D. Testing in accordance with leading industry standards such as OWASP

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer, B, focuses on maintaining the integrity of data during input and output processes, which is crucial for preventing errors and corruption. Options A, C, and D, while important for overall security and compliance, do not specifically address the integrity of data handling as directly as option B does.