Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 164

Which of the following will BEST help detect software licensing issues in a networked environment where all software is purchased and loaded by IT?

Answer options

• A. Comparing the software on each machine to the listing of software purchased
• B. Comparing the number of individual software instances installed to the license inventory
• C. Reviewing listings of software on each machine for known versions of unlicensed software
• D. Reviewing reports demonstrating that metering software is not being used to access per-seat software

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Option B is correct because it directly compares the number of installed software instances to the license inventory, revealing any discrepancies. Option A does not account for the actual number of installations, while Option C only focuses on unlicensed versions without considering overall compliance. Option D looks at metering software usage, which does not directly address licensing status.