Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 1363

When auditing the security architecture of an online application, an IS auditor should FIRST review the:

Answer options

• A. location of the firewall within the network.
• B. firewall standards.
• C. firmware version of the firewall.
• D. configuration of the firewall.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because understanding the location of the firewall is crucial for assessing how effectively it can protect the network from potential threats. Options B, C, and D, while important, are secondary to knowing where the firewall is placed within the network architecture.