Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 235

Which of the following is BEST supported by enforcing data definition standards within a database?

Answer options

• A. Data confidentiality
• B. Data security
• C. Data formatting
• D. Data retention

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Enforcing data definition standards primarily ensures consistent data formatting, which is crucial for maintaining data integrity and usability. While data confidentiality, security, and retention are important, they are not directly enhanced by the establishment of data definition standards.