Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 1077

Which of the following provides the BEST assurance that vendor-supported software remains up to date?

Answer options

• A. Software asset management
• B. Version management
• C. Licensing agreement and escrow
• D. Release and patch management

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Release and patch management is crucial for ensuring that vendor-supported software stays current by regularly applying updates and patches. The other options, while important in their own right, do not specifically focus on the timely delivery and application of updates like release and patch management does.